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EPPY & NNPA Award-Editor & Publisher Honoree Elinor Tatum currently serves as publisher, editor-in-chief, and CEO. The newspaper launched a companion web site and online edition, amsterdamnews.com, in 2009. She was recently awarded the prestigious the EPPY Award honor excellence in digital publishing by Editor & Publisher Magazine.She is the first Owner/ Black Publisher to have won the EPPY. New York Amsterdam New has won over 30 Presitigious Awards for Oustanding Jounalism!The Amsterdam News was founded on December 4, 1909, and is headquartered in the Harlem neighborhood of Upper Manhattan. The newspaper takes its name from its original location one block east of Amsterdam Avenue, at West 65th Street and Broadway.. An investment of US$10 in 1909 (equivalent to $339 in 2023) turned the Amsterdam News into one of New York's largest and most influential Black-owned-and-operated business institutions, and one of the nation's most prominent ethnic publications. It was later reported that James Henry Anderson published the first copy: "...with a dream in mind, $10 in his pocket, six sheets of paper and two pencils."The Amsterdam News was one of about 50 black-owned newspapers in the United States at the time it was founded. It was sold for 2 cents a copy (equivalent to $1 in 2023) from Anderson's home at 132 West 65th Street, in the San Juan Hill section of Manhattan's Upper West Side. With the spread of Blacks to Harlem and the growing success of the paper, Anderson moved the Amsterdam News uptown to 17 West 135th Street in 1910. In 1916, it moved to 2293 Seventh Avenue, and in 1938, it moved again, to 2271 Seventh Avenue. In the early 1940s, the paper relocated to its present headquarters at 2340 Eighth Avenue (also known in Harlem as Frederick Douglass Boulevard). Subscribe @ amsterdamnews.comIn August 1982, Wilbert A. Tatum, chairman of the AmNews Corporation's board of directors and the paper's editor-in-chief, became publisher and chief executive officer. Under Tatum's leadership, the Amsterdam News broadened its editorial perspective, particularly in international affairs. This expanded thrust has produced considerable interest and readership from all sectors of the local, national and international communities.In July 1996, Tatum bought out the last remaining investor, putting the future of the paper firmly in the hands of the Tatum family. In December 1997, Tatum stepped down as publisher and editor-in-chief and passed the torch to his daughter, Elinor Ruth Tatum, who at the age of 26 became one of the youngest newspaper publishers in the United States. Mr. Tatum died in 2009.© 2025 Building Abundant Success!!2025 All Rights ReservedHeart Media @ https://tinyurl.com/iHeartBASAmazon ~ https://tinyurl.com/AmzBASAudacy: https://tinyurl.com/BASAud
2024 EPPY Award-Editor & Publisher Honoree Elinor Tatum currently serves as publisher, editor-in-chief, and CEO. The newspaper launched a companion web site and online edition, amsterdamnews.com, in 2009. -She was recently awarded the prestigious 2024 EPPY, The EPPY Awards honor excellence in digital publishing by Editor & Publisher Magazine.She is the first Owner/ Black Publisher to have won the EPPY. New York Amsterdam New has won over 30 Presitigious Awards for Oustanding Jounalism in the past few years!The Amsterdam News was founded on December 4, 1909, and is headquartered in the Harlem neighborhood of Upper Manhattan. The newspaper takes its name from its original location one block east of Amsterdam Avenue, at West 65th Street and Broadway.. An investment of US$10 in 1909 (equivalent to $339 in 2023) turned the Amsterdam News into one of New York's largest and most influential Black-owned-and-operated business institutions, and one of the nation's most prominent ethnic publications. It was later reported that James Henry Anderson published the first copy: "...with a dream in mind, $10 in his pocket, six sheets of paper and two pencils."The Amsterdam News was one of about 50 black-owned newspapers in the United States at the time it was founded. It was sold for 2 cents a copy (equivalent to $1 in 2023) from Anderson's home at 132 West 65th Street, in the San Juan Hill section of Manhattan's Upper West Side. With the spread of Blacks to Harlem and the growing success of the paper, Anderson moved the Amsterdam News uptown to 17 West 135th Street in 1910. In 1916, it moved to 2293 Seventh Avenue, and in 1938, it moved again, to 2271 Seventh Avenue. In the early 1940s, the paper relocated to its present headquarters at 2340 Eighth Avenue (also known in Harlem as Frederick Douglass Boulevard). Subscribe @ amsterdamnews.comIn August 1982, Wilbert A. Tatum, chairman of the AmNews Corporation's board of directors and the paper's editor-in-chief, became publisher and chief executive officer. Under Tatum's leadership, the Amsterdam News broadened its editorial perspective, particularly in international affairs. This expanded thrust has produced considerable interest and readership from all sectors of the local, national and international communities.In July 1996, Tatum bought out the last remaining investor, putting the future of the paper firmly in the hands of the Tatum family. In December 1997, Tatum stepped down as publisher and editor-in-chief and passed the torch to his daughter, Elinor Ruth Tatum, who at the age of 26 became one of the youngest newspaper publishers in the United States. Mr. Tatum died in 2009.© 2024 Building Abundant Success!!2024 All Rights ReservedHeart Media @ https://tinyurl.com/iHeartBASAmazon ~ https://tinyurl.com/AmzBASAudacy: https://tinyurl.com/BASAud
We saw this clip of Columbia University History Professor Christopher Brown and wanted to share it far and wide. Dr. Brown delivered these remarks on Monday, April 20 at a faculty-led “Rally to Support our Students and Reclaim our University.” He was responding to two events: Columbia President Minouche Shafik's Congressional Testimony on April 17 and the arrest of more than 100 Columbia students the next day. Professor Brown focuses on what is happening at Columbia but his words serve as a powerful rejoinder to any and all:* grandstanding politicians, who have no real understanding or appreciation of the mission of higher education* timid academic leaders, who lack the wherewithal to stand up for faculty and make a case for the transcendent values of academic freedom and open inquiry Here is a transcript of Professor Brown's remarks:Good afternoon. I'm Christopher Brown, professor in the history department. This is the first time I've ever held a microphone at a protest of any kind. I'm not sure whether that's something to take pride in or not but I say it because this is not typical for me.I'm here because I am so concerned about what has happened at this university. With where we are now and with where we are going.Thursday, April 18, 2024 will be remembered as a shameful day in Columbia's history.The President's decision to send riot police to pick up peaceful protesters on our campus was unprecedented, unjustified, disproportionate, divisive and dangerous. We are fortunate. We don't know how fortunate we are. We are fortunate that no one was hurt.With that kind of show of force. With all those firearms, all it takes is one person to get nervous, a table to fall, a car or truck to backfire out on Amsterdam Avenue. Shots fired. The New York Police Department does not belong on this campus except in moments of extreme emergency.And that show of force was a sign of weakness. In trying to show that they meant business, what they showed was their incompetence.I want to say one other thing. And that's about the congressional testimony on Wednesday. And this is about academic freedom. It's also about Columbia.In three hours of testimony, the president of the university, to my mind, showed no pride in our institution. She said nothing meaningful about the virtues of this institution, of its people, of its faculty, of its staff, of its researchers--their dedication to excellence, their commitment to their students, the quality of the undergraduates and graduate students that we have here, the distinctive record of academic accomplishment and impact, the variety and rigor of the scholarship which is happening here today, the prospects for continued excellence. She didn't say anything about any of those things.She allowed slander of our institution to stand without rebuke. Soviet style education, no response. Intolerant bigots, no response. I know these folks and you know them too. That's not who we are and she should know that.There were members of Congress who wanted to decide who should be disciplined on this institution and how much, what should be taught, how it should be taught, who should teach, what academic department should exist and which should not, who should lose their leadership positions, who should be promoted, who should be fired.Those are academic questions. Those are not congressional questions.What is at stake? What is at stake is not just faculty governance. It's institutional independence. It's the sovereignty of Columbia University and every university like this one.The United States has the greatest colleges and universities in the world and that's why people come from around the world to study here, to research here and to teach here. That's our inheritance. The universities like this one. And we would be fools not to defend it in every corner from those who do not believe in the academic mission and the pursuit of academic excellence.So I have no confidence in her leadership. I'm speaking only for myself. I have no confidence in the president's leadership. With what she has said and with what she has not said; and with what she has done and what she has not done, she has forfeited the privilege to lead this great university. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit banished.substack.com/subscribe
Hosts Lee Uehara and guest co-host Harry Leff with little Enzo get you up to speed with openings, which haven't really opened yet, lol. And, they share what they know about the fallen tree on West 75th Street and throw in a tip for replacing smashed car glass for the recent spate of smash-and-grabs. Lee and Harry also chime in about that ginormous cycling pod that took over Columbus Avenue—and the ensuing crash that occurred. Doh! BTW, what do you think of our new guest co-host? Send us an email and let us know : ) Today's show is sponsored by Utopia Diner, open every day. Located at West 72nd Street and Amsterdam Avenue. You know how Lee feels about their french fries and onion rings! If you'd like to sponsor the show, Send us an email and let us know : ) Listener Opportunities - Buy Lee a cup of coffee. Click HERE. - Hire Lee as your emcee/moderator for your next event. Click HERE. Favors: - Check out NYCPodcasters.com for more NYC indie shows like this one! - Please do share the show with at least two -- or three -- other neighbors and friends. And, please do give the show a 5-star rating in your podcast app if you enjoy hanging out with us. And if you're not following the show, please do so : ) Show Sponsor: - This could be YOU, too! Click HERE. - Buy Lee a cup of coffee. Click HERE. - Today's sponsor is Utopia Diner at 267 Amsterdam Ave at West 72nd Street. Get your breakfast platter or waffles -- YUM! (212) 873-6233 or on Seamless. Submit YOUR Neighborhood News and Story Ideas: Also, please submit your corner news, school news, and story ideas to: info@uwscornertalk.com. Or, leave a voice memo at the website by clicking on the orange tab: http://www.UWSCornerTalk.com. You can follow the show on social media: Instagram: @uwscornertalk; Twitter: @uwscornertalk. You can also join the show's Facebook group and like the Facebook page.
This is a continuation of the recapping of recent events to get all caught up! And guest co-host Harry Leff carries us through again. Mentions: - National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day across from Lincoln Center - Aquarius Hardware at West 90th/Amsterdam Avenue - Notable Fliers on Street Lamp Posts: Knife Sharpening from Pro Chef New York - Grammar Table lady, Ellen, has a tip for us: "Stop capitalize the seasons!" - Harry's dog ice cream recipe mix - It's Restaurant Week (or month, rather) - Columbus Avenue's Open Streets - Read street signs carefully to avoid getting a parking ticket for taking up carshare service spots - Citibike / Lyft / Revel convo What do you think of our guest co-host and the chemistry? Send us an email and let us know. Today's show is sponsored by Utopia Diner, open every day. Located at West 72nd Street and Amsterdam Avenue. Listener Opportunities - Buy Lee a cup of coffee. Click HERE. - Hire Lee as your emcee/moderator for your next event. Click HERE. Favors: - Check out NYCPodcasters.com for more NYC indie shows like this one! - Please do share the show with at least two -- or three -- other neighbors and friends. And, please do give the show a 5-star rating in your podcast app if you feel it deserves it. And if you're not following the show, please do so : ) Show Sponsor: - This could be YOU, too! Click HERE. - Buy Lee a cup of coffee. Click HERE. - Today's sponsor is Utopia Diner at 267 Amsterdam Ave at West 72nd Street. Get your breakfast platter or waffles -- YUM! (212) 873-6233 or on Seamless. Submit YOUR Neighborhood News and Story Ideas: Also, please submit your corner news, school news, and story ideas to: info@uwscornertalk.com. Or, leave a voice memo at the website by clicking on the orange tab: http://www.UWSCornerTalk.com. You can follow the show on social media: Instagram: @uwscornertalk; Twitter: @uwscornertalk. You can also join the show's Facebook group and like the Facebook page.
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Let's welcome a new co-host and segment to the show: Harry Leff and little Enzo reporting for our Canine Corner Talk! Today Lee and Harry talk about the Japan Day Parade and Festival, a dog fair, and a BIPOC authors book hut. What do you think of our new co-host and segment? Send us an email via our addy below! Today's show is sponsored by Utopia Diner, open every day. There is indoor dining, outdoor dining, take-out, and delivery! Located at West 72nd Street and Amsterdam Avenue. Listener Opportunities - Buy Lee a cup of coffee. Click HERE. - Hire Lee as your emcee/moderator for your next event. Click HERE. Favors: - Check out NYCPodcasters.com for more NYC indie shows like this one! - Please do share the show with at least two -- or three -- other neighbors and friends. And, please do give the show a 5-star rating in your podcast app if you feel it deserves it. And if you're not following the show, please do so : ) Show Sponsor: - This could be YOU, too! Click HERE. - Buy Lee a cup of coffee. Click HERE. - Today's sponsor is Utopia Diner at 267 Amsterdam Ave at West 72nd Street. Get your breakfast platter or waffles -- YUM! (212) 873-6233 or on Seamless. Submit YOUR Neighborhood News and Story Ideas: Also, please submit your corner news, school news, and story ideas to: info@uwscornertalk.com. Or, leave a voice memo at the website by clicking on the orange tab: http://www.UWSCornerTalk.com. You can follow the show on social media: Instagram: @uwscornertalk; Twitter: @uwscornertalk. You can also join the show's Facebook group and like the Facebook page.
In today's episode, you'll meet Ransil, who manages the new Wafels & Dinges location at West 79th Street on Columbus Avenue. He talks about Venezuelan hot dogs, too! W & D's sole storefront in Manhattan opens at 8AM and also serves wine and beer. And, did Lee mention there is wifi?! Today's show is sponsored by Utopia Diner, open every day. There is indoor dining, outdoor dining, take-out, and delivery! Located at West 72nd Street and Amsterdam Avenue. Listener Opportunities - Buy Lee a cup of coffee. Click HERE. - Hire Lee as your emcee/moderator for your next event. Click HERE. Favors: - Check out NYCPodcasters.com for more NYC indie shows like this one! - Please do share the show with at least two -- or three -- other neighbors and friends. And, please do give the show a 5-star rating in your podcast app if you feel it deserves it. And if you're not following the show, please do so : ) Show Sponsor: - This could be YOU, too! Click HERE. - Buy Lee a cup of coffee. Click HERE. - Today's sponsor is Utopia Diner at 267 Amsterdam Ave at West 72nd Street. Get your breakfast platter or waffles -- YUM! (212) 873-6233 or on Seamless. Submit YOUR Neighborhood News and Story Ideas: Also, please submit your corner news, school news, and story ideas to: info@uwscornertalk.com. Or, leave a voice memo at the website by clicking on the orange tab: http://www.UWSCornerTalk.com. You can follow the show on social media: Instagram: @uwscornertalk; Twitter: @uwscornertalk. You can also join the show's Facebook group and like the Facebook page.
Today Lee talks about where to get a good chopped cheese sandwich and what's up with the former Columbus Gourmet. Today's show is sponsored by Utopia Diner, open every day. There is indoor dining, outdoor dining, take-out, and delivery! Located at West 72nd Street and Amsterdam Avenue. Listener Opportunities - Buy Lee a cup of coffee. Click HERE. - Hire Lee as your emcee/moderator for your next event. Click HERE. Favors: - Check out NYCPodcasters.com for more NYC indie shows like this one! - Please do share the show with at least two -- or three -- other neighbors and friends. And, please do give the show a 5-star rating in your podcast app if you feel it deserves it. And if you're not following the show, please do so : ) Show Sponsor: - This could be YOU, too! Click HERE. - Buy Lee a cup of coffee. Click HERE. - Today's sponsor is Utopia Diner at 267 Amsterdam Ave at West 72nd Street. Get your breakfast platter or waffles -- YUM! (212) 873-6233 or on Seamless. Submit YOUR Neighborhood News and Story Ideas: Also, please submit your corner news, school news, and story ideas to: info@uwscornertalk.com. Or, leave a voice memo at the website by clicking on the orange tab: http://www.UWSCornerTalk.com. You can follow the show on social media: Instagram: @uwscornertalk; Twitter: @uwscornertalk. You can also join the show's Facebook group and like the Facebook page.
Today Lee shares a random bench-sighting in Central Park and talks about good soft-serve ice cream! Today's show is sponsored by Utopia Diner, open every day. There is indoor dining, outdoor dining, take-out, and delivery! Located at West 72nd Street and Amsterdam Avenue. Listener Opportunities - Buy Lee a cup of coffee. Click HERE. - Hire Lee as your emcee/moderator for your next event. Click HERE. Favors: - Check out NYCPodcasters.com for more NYC indie shows like this one! - Please do share the show with at least two -- or three -- other neighbors and friends. And, please do give the show a 5-star rating in your podcast app if you feel it deserves it. And if you're not following the show, please do so : ) Show Sponsor: - This could be YOU, too! Click HERE. - Buy Lee a cup of coffee. Click HERE. - Today's sponsor is Utopia Diner at 267 Amsterdam Ave at West 72nd Street. Get your breakfast platter or waffles -- YUM! (212) 873-6233 or on Seamless. Submit YOUR Neighborhood News and Story Ideas: Also, please submit your corner news, school news, and story ideas to: info@uwscornertalk.com. Or, leave a voice memo at the website by clicking on the orange tab: http://www.UWSCornerTalk.com. You can follow the show on social media: Instagram: @uwscornertalk; Twitter: @uwscornertalk. You can also join the show's Facebook group and like the Facebook page.
Today Lee shares who she saw on a bike and which cookie company is opening on January 5th. And, Utopia Diner is giving away free meals on Christmas Day—be sure to call them for details: 212-873-6233. Today's show is sponsored by Utopia Diner, open every day. There is indoor dining, outdoor dining, take-out, and delivery! Located at West 72nd Street and Amsterdam Avenue. Listener Opportunities - Buy Lee a cup of coffee. Click HERE. - Hire Lee as your emcee/moderator for your next event. Click HERE. Favors: - Check out NYCPodcasters.com for more NYC indie shows like this one! - Please do share the show with at least two -- or three -- other neighbors and friends. And, please do give the show a 5-star rating in your podcast app if you feel it deserves it. And if you're not following the show, please do so : ) Show Sponsor: - This could be YOU, too! Click HERE. - Buy Lee a cup of coffee. Click HERE. - Today's sponsor is Utopia Diner at 267 Amsterdam Ave at West 72nd Street. Get your breakfast platter or waffles -- YUM! (212) 873-6233 or on Seamless. Submit YOUR Neighborhood News and Story Ideas: Also, please submit your corner news, school news, and story ideas to: info@uwscornertalk.com. Or, leave a voice memo at the website by clicking on the orange tab: http://www.UWSCornerTalk.com. You can follow the show on social media: Instagram: @uwscornertalk; Twitter: @uwscornertalk. You can also join the show's Facebook group and like the Facebook page.
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Fa parte di una gang, la EveryBody Killer il 25enne del Queens che ha ucciso il 30enne Davide Giri, studente della Columbia University. L'uomo è stato ucciso a coltellate non lontano dal campus universitario a New York, giovedì sera tra la 123esima strada e Amsterdam Avenue, nei pressi di Morningside Park, già tristemente noto per Tessa Majors, la studentessa della Barnard University, accoltellata a morte nel 2019.
Learn one way to minimize procrastinating that after-meal clean-up in the kitchen and find out what fun gizmo is an unexpected smile-maker at parties in today's episode of House of Lee NYC! Listen on to hear why half-sheet baking pans are the best thing EVER! Lee will also share the next best French pastry shop on the Upper West Side of Manhattan and the one item she recently bought that will enhance any gathering and bring smiles to faces and photos! Show Mentions + Shout-Outs: Ken Fong, host of Asian American: The Ken Fong Podcast. Russ Mitera, our wonderful voice-over artist for the HOLNYC segment drops. Délice Macarons at West 75th Street and Amsterdam Avenue. Want to support the show? Why not treat Lee to a cup of coffee — or salad! Click HERE. Please do share the show with at least two other people — it's as easy as clicking the "Share" button in your favorite podcast listening app or directing folks to www.HouseOfLeeNYC.com. Lee thanks you for allowing her to be part of your day! Want to work with Lee? If you'd like to: Learn how to be a power speaker like Lee and work one-on-one with her, click HERE. Have Lee host/emcee your next event — or record a live show at your function, click HERE. Help you start your podcast, click HERE. Have your Lee photograph your next event or take care of your speaker photo needs, click HERE. Release certain blocks which prevent you from ultimate success in your endeavors, click HERE. Thank you so much for listening! What tips or guests would you like to hear about in an upcoming episode? Let Lee know! Contact: lee @ houseofleenyc.com www.HouseOfLeeNYC.com (212) 6 5 5 - 9 8 4 0 Instagram: @houseofleenyc Twitter: @houseofleenyc Clubhouse: @leeuehara Facebook: @houseofleenyc The House of Lee NYC is a division of WLEE Media, LLC. (C) 2018--2021 Copyrighted, All rights reserved.
If you're listening to this in the fall of 2021, and you're not aware, the JCC's Chief Executive Officer, Rabbi Joy Levitt, is retiring at the end of the year. This podcast is for you. If it's sometime past the fall, maybe the spring of 2022, or the winter of 2026, this podcast is for you, too. There's something about stories, and this particular storyteller, that's crucial to understanding what makes—and made—the country's premier JCC tick. What allowed it to go as fast as it did, to build success upon success upon success. Rabbi Joy Levitt isn't—wasn't—just a boss to some of us. She is, was, a spiritual adviser. A relentless “idea person.” A source of endless motivation. And whether you're listening to this before she leaves, or after, there are lessons you can take from it. You can listen to her voice and know there was a strong hand steering the ship at the JCC. There was joy, in Joy. Welcome to season 5 of 76West, recorded, appropriately, in an office at the corner of West 76th Street and Amsterdam Avenue. In past years you've heard conversations with some of the great thinkers of our time. This season you're going to hear the voice of one: Rabbi Joy Levitt. Sometimes she'll be by herself, sometimes accompanied by the amazing people who helped make the programs she shepherded a reality. That's by design. Joy works—worked— best in collaboration with others, people who pushed her, prodded, who inspired her as much as she inspired them. That's going to be—is—her legacy to the Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan: a spirit of positivity, of moving onward and upward. Taking a simple idea, a Jewish Community Center, and elevating it beyond what anyone would use as their definition. In this episode, Rabbi Joy Levitt discusses an eye-opening moment in the JCC's Laurie M. Tisch Gallery, in which an exhibit of the work of photographer Caryl Englander brings about an epiphany for one young family and for Joy.
Nick Rotondo, MTA bus driver turned hero, became a 9/11 first responder when driving the M11 up Amsterdam Avenue around 9 am when a police officer pulled over his bus and commandeered his services. Without hesitation, Nick served New York City at the World Trade Center. Selflessly, he was transporting medical supplies and emergency healthcare workers to and from Ground Zero. Covered in dust and filled with emotion, day after day, despite the eventual physiological and mental toll that it took on him, Nick continued to put others first. Although his life changed on that very day, he is still a positive person whose goal is to share joy for all those who are privy to his balloonatic creations with his own business which is one of his many talents. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
On today's show we're talking about when an approval is not really an approval. You think that once you've got your zoning approval, or a development agreement with the city for a particular property, you're good to go. The vast majority of the time, that's the case. But in the rarest of instances, you can experience a reversal of that approval. I'm increasingly of the opinion, that these occurrences are in fact not that rare. Why would I say that? Well, because it has happened to me on one occasion so far in my career and I know of it happening one two other occasions to friends of mine. Then there are the highly publicized cases that make the headline news like the property at 200 Amsterdam Avenue in NYC. That case was a 52 story residential tower in Manhattan. The developer received it's building permit after a lengthy process with the board of standards and appeals. Local residents objected to politicians after the building was already under construction. A court case followed and NY State Supreme Court justice W. Franc Perry ruled that the developer had improperly deceived the zoning department when it applied for the 52 story tower. The court ruled that the building was illegally high and ordered the illegal floors already constructed to be removed. That would mean demolishing about 20 floors of construction. The ruling was appealed and the appeals court countered that the state Supreme Court should have deferred to the BSA's “rational interpretation” of zoning regulations. You're a real estate investor, a developer, or merely a purchaser of a new unit in a project that is to be built. You expect that when the city says yes, they mean yes. In the latest incarnation of a municipal flip-flop, we have a new development subdivision held by one of our team members. There is a signed development agreement. But in the past three months the city has changed their zoning code and eliminated the R4 zoning from their code. The approved site plan would not be approved if we applied today, but the application was started before the change in the zoning. We had been told that the application would be grandfathered. So the application continued and the engineering of the entire plan was completed assuming the building permit would be approved with the final zoning plat approval. The last step in the process to seal the deal is a vote by city council to ratify the signed development agreement. But somewhere along the way, the lawyers for the city reviewed any new development agreement that didn't comply with the new zoning to see if there was a mechanism to terminate the agreement. Indeed the city fully intends to terminate the agreement. This will require a redesign of the subdivision in order to comply with the new zoning density. The approval process is not straightforward. As we reported a few weeks ago, the city of Caldwell in Idaho is implementing a moratorium on new development applications for 120 days. The risks are not only achieving your desired plan, but time. Time delays are routine in the zoning process and as we have seen, even after all the approvals are granted and the project is under construction, it's still possible for obstacles to appear. It is for that reason that in our development applications we aim whenever possible to submit an application that complies fully with the zoning and has zero variances. If we're going to ask for a variance, it's got to be for a really good reason. It won't be to get an extra 5%. It's not worth risking the entire project for such a small gain. If there is a variance to be granted, you have to ask a simple question. What does the community get as a benefit as a result of granting the variance? If the only benefit is that the developer gets to make a bit more money, then that may not be good enough a reason. There has to be a win for the community.
On Saturday April 17th, 2021, 71-year-old Hing Chung, manager of a Dim Sum restaurant at the corner of West 78th Street and Amsterdam Avenue in Manhattan, was tragically killed after getting struck by an E-bike. Mr. Chung represented the fourth pedestrian killed by E-bikes since 2014 and is part of a troubling trend so far this year. Between January 1st and April 28th, there were 41 pedestrian deaths in New York City compared to only 26 deaths last year, an increase of almost sixty percent (60%); and significantly higher than the number of deaths reported in 2018 and 2019.In this episode of The Blame Game, we try to answer the question of Who's to Blame? for Mr. Chung's tragic death. Because if you read the comments that have been posted about this crash online, such as on websites for newspapers that have covered the story, you'll quickly understand that New Yorkers have very strong opinions about bicyclists and especially crashes between bicyclists and pedestrians.
Today we'll learn about the West 111th Block Association's event this weekend as well as find out whether Tiger, that lost dog on West 98th Street and Broadway was found. Today's show is sponsored by Utopia Diner, open from 9AM to 9PM every day. There is indoor dining, outdoor dining, take-out, and delivery! Located at West 72nd Street and Amsterdam Avenue. Notable Fliers on Street Lamp Posts First up is the West 111th Street Block Association's Swap & Shop event on Saturday, April 24th at 12pm. Dan McSweeney tells us all about it. Just one thing: Only donate items in good condition! For more information: www.w111thStreet.org. Next, Tiger, that lost dog from West 98th Street and Broadway, is no longer lost! They said he was found the next day! Yay! Listener Opportunities - Buy Lee a cup of coffee. Click HERE. - Hire Lee as your emcee/moderator for your next event. Click HERE. - Take a podcasting class with Lee. She offers live classes on the last Friday of eveyr month. Click HERE. Favors: - Please say something and do something about Asian/Asian American hate and discrimination. - Check out NYCPodcasters.com for more NYC indie shows like this one! - Please do share the show with at least two -- or three -- other neighbors and friends. And, please do give the show a 5-star rating in your podcast app if you feel it deserves it. And if you're not following the show, please do so : ) Show Sponsor: - This could be YOU, too! Click HERE. - Buy Lee a cup of coffee. Click HERE. - Today's sponsor is Utopia Diner at 267 Amsterdam Ave at West 72nd Street. Get your breakfast platter or waffles -- YUM! (212) 873-6233 or on Seamless. Submit YOUR Neighborhood News and Story Ideas: Also, please submit your corner news, school news, and story ideas to: info@uwscornertalk.com. Or, leave a voice memo at the website by clicking on the orange tab: http://www.UWSCornerTalk.com. You can follow the show on social media: Instagram: @uwscornertalk; Twitter: @uwscornertalk. You can also join the show's Facebook group and like the Facebook page.
Wahoo: Shakespeare in the Park is ON, there was a half-marathon in Central Park and another to come this Sunday, and there is a new commissioner for the West Side Soccer League. Today's show is sponsored by Utopia Diner, open from 9AM to 9PM every day. There is indoor dining, outdoor dining, take-out, and delivery! Located at West 72nd Street and Amsterdam Avenue. This Just in From the Mayor: -- Mayor Bill De Blasio says the city is on track with the vaccination doses given to city residents. He received a Johnson + Johnson vaccination during the press conference. -- The mayor and Gov. Andrew Cuomo seem to be back at it. Here’s What’s Cooking in Restaurant News: -- Less news here, and more of an observation about how to order and pay the bill at some restaurants. Shout-Outs - Thank yous to some IG followers of the show! - Our IG handle is now @uwscornertalk! - Russ Mitera, voice artist who does the show's segment drops Arts and Entertainment: - Shakespeare in the Park is ON: July 5 - August 29th; Merry Wives is the production. -Half-marathons are being offered in Central Park by City Tri. Winner of this past Sunday's race is Irene Kalbian, who came all the way from Philadelphia to run. Congratulations, Irene! - Some skateboarders outfitted their rides with patio chairs and were zooming up the bike lane on Central Park West. (See our Instagram feed for the pic!) - Riverside Park Conservancy is hiring all types of gardeners and park staff! Send your cover letter and resume HERE. Local School and Family News: - The state tests for public school students are expected to be administered this year, after all. Please stay tuned for the details. - West Side Soccer League, the largest AYSO branch in the country, is now under new leadership. After more than five years of service, Commissioner Meredith Berkowitz says she handed over the reins to Vilda Mayuga and will stay on as an advisor. Congratulations on your next chapter, Meredith! - Booker T. Washington Middle School will host a Teacher Talent Show fundraiser. Click HERE for tickets. Listener Opportunities - Buy Lee a cup of coffee. Click HERE. - Hire Lee as your emcee/moderator for your next event. Click HERE. - Take a podcasting class with Lee. She offers live classes on the last Friday of eveyr month. Click HERE. Favors: - Please say something and do something about Asian/Asian American hate and discrimination. - Check out NYCPodcasters.com for more NYC indie shows like this one! - Please do share the show with at least two -- or three -- other neighbors and friends. And, please do give the show a 5-star rating in your podcast app if you feel it deserves it. And if you're not following the show, please do so : ) Show Sponsor: - This could be YOU, too! Click HERE. - Buy Lee a cup of coffee. Click HERE. - Today's sponsor is Utopia Diner at 267 Amsterdam Ave at West 72nd Street. Get your breakfast platter or waffles -- YUM! (212) 873-6233 or on Seamless. Submit YOUR Neighborhood News and Story Ideas: Also, please submit your corner news, school news, and story ideas to: info@uwscornertalk.com. Or, leave a voice memo at the website by clicking on the orange tab: http://www.UWSCornerTalk.com. You can follow the show on social media: Instagram: @uwscornertalk; Twitter: @uwscornertalk. You can also join the show's Facebook group and like the Facebook page.
Thank you for your patience! The Columbus Avenue hoarder gives a quick comment as a DSNY team begins to remove his belongings and correspondent Harry Leff tells us about the dog event at Athleta. Today's show is sponsored by Utopia Diner, open from 9AM to 9PM every day. Their outdoor seating is now heated and has decorative lights. Located at West 72nd Street and Amsterdam Avenue. Mental Health Resources: NYC Well: The city has set up a hotline AND clearinghouse for mental health resources. Click HERE, too. Favor: Please do share the show with at least two -- or three -- other neighbors and friends. And, please do give the show a 5-star rating in your podcast app if you feel it deserves it. Show Sponsor: This could be YOU, too! Click HERE. Today's sponsor is Utopia Diner at 267 Amsterdam Ave at West 72nd Street. Get your breakfast platter or waffles -- YUM! (212) 873-6233 or on Seamless. Submit YOUR Neighborhood News and Story Ideas: Also, please submit your corner news and story ideas to: info@uwscornertalk.com. Or, leave a voice memo at the website by clicking on the orange tab: http://www.UWSCornerTalk.com. You can follow the show on social media: Instagram: @uws_cornertalk; Twitter: @uwscornertalk. You can also join the show's Facebook group and like the Facebook page.
Important! This episode contains quick notice for listeners. Today's show is sponsored by Utopia Diner, open from 9AM to 9PM every day. Their outdoor seating is now heated and has decorative lights. Located at West 72nd Street and Amsterdam Avenue. General News: -- Riverside Park has addressed the graffiti seen all over the park. Thank you, Riverside Park! Business News: -- Couture Kids on Columbus Avenue between West 75th and 76th streets is closed. Important Notice: A hiccup is causing a short break. Be back soon! In the meantime, please do listen to past episodes and share the show with your other neighbors! Favor: Please do share the show with at least two -- or three -- other neighbors and friends. And, please do give the show a 5-star rating in your podcast app if you feel it deserves it. Show Sponsor: This could be YOU, too! Click HERE. Today's sponsor is Utopia Diner at 267 Amsterdam Ave at West 72nd Street. Get your breakfast platter or waffles -- YUM! (212) 873-6233 or on Seamless. Submit YOUR Neighborhood News and Story Ideas: Also, please submit your corner news and story ideas to: info@uwscornertalk.com. Or, leave a voice memo at the website by clicking on the orange tab: http://www.UWSCornerTalk.com. You can follow the show on social media: Instagram: @uws_cornertalk; Twitter: @uwscornertalk. You can also join the show's Facebook group and like the Facebook page.
So much news today! There's a new moose in town...His name is Willie and can be found at the corner of West 81st and Amsterdam Avenue. Babul is a long-time art framer on Columbus Avenue, and our government officials announce new arts initiatives which include pop-up performances and getting Broadway back soon.Today's show is sponsored by Utopia Diner, open from 9AM to 9PM every day. Their outdoor seating is now heated and has decorative lights. Located at West 72nd Street and Amsterdam Avenue.This Just in From the Mayor:-- Mayor Bill De Blasio announces the city's newest effort, CURTAINS UP NYC, to bring back live performances and to support the arts.-- At the above link, folks can apply for the Shuttered Venue Operators Grant as well.-- Governor Andrew Cuomo announces his state-wide initiative, NY PopsUp. He says that starting on February 20th, 300-plus pop-up arts events across the state in 100 days of performances. Those who have signed on include: Hugh Jackman, Rene Fleming, Q-Tip, Sara Jessica Parker, Mandy Patinkin, Chris Rock.Here’s What’s Cooking in Restaurant News:-- There's a moose, Willie, atop the outdoor seating hut at the new Spaghetti Tavern on Amsterdam and West 81st. Check our pic of him on our Instagram feed: @uws_cornertalk.-- Starbucks on West 73rd, West 93rd, West 110th have all closed.-- Vanesa's Dumplings on Amsterdam and West 82nd Street is open. They were quite busy on Super Bowl Sunday.-- Silver Moon Bakery will have moon cakes and longetivity cookies on Wednesday in time for Lunar New Year.Neighborhood Safety/Crime TipContributors Harry Leff shares an important consideration (based on a recent experience) when witnessing a crime: call the police. No, really. Call in real time so the NYPD can respond and hopefully catch wrong-doers. Thank you, Harry!Shout-Outs- You ALL! Thank you for the 5-star reviews!- Listener Emily Altschul-MillerUWS Corner Talk Profile: Babul, owner of Central Art Gallery 281B Columbus Avenue. (212) 496-5455.Local School and Family News:- Mayor Bill De Blasio says middle schools will reopen on February 25th, and teachers will report back on February 24th. He says, that the city's schools are the “safest places in NYC, that’s why we know it’s time to bring back our middle school students, and parents are excited about it.”Notable Fliers on Corner Street Lamp Posts:Creative Juices At-Home Activity Classes by Lindsey Steinert. Ages 5 to 13.Favor:Please do share the show with at least two -- or three -- other neighbors and friends. And, please do give the show a 5-star rating in your podcast app if you feel it deserves it.Show Sponsor:This could be YOU, too! Click HERE.Today's sponsor is Utopia Diner at 267 Amsterdam Ave at West 72nd Street. Get your breakfast platter or waffles -- YUM! (212) 873-6233 or on Seamless.Submit YOUR Neighborhood News and Story Ideas:Also, please submit your corner news and story ideas to: info@uwscornertalk.com. Or, leave a voice memo at the website by clicking on the orange tab: http://www.UWSCornerTalk.com.You can follow the show on social media: Instagram: @uws_cornertalk; Twitter: @uwscornertalk. You can also join the show's Facebook group and like the Facebook page.
UWS neighborhood news covered: Luca, the dog stolen from the front of Garden of Eden Market, has been returned; there is an amazing strings instrument repair and rental shop on West 93rd Street; how to do a vision board with resulting success; ways to say "2021" with Harry S. Leff.Today's show is sponsored by Utopia Diner, open from 9AM to 9PM every day. Their outdoor seating is now heated and has decorative lights. Located at West 72nd Street and Amsterdam Avenue. Arts and Entertainment:-Vision Boards: THe key is to feel the feeling of what you're trying to manifest. Tip is from Leah Hokenson.- Harry Leff shares how to say "2021."Local School and Family News:- Virtuoso Resources is THE place to repair or rent string instruments. Tip also is from Leah Hokenson. She says Harold Hagopian is amazing, but that you have to call first!Shout-Out Corner: - Julia EVK - thank you for following and listening!- Country of India -- new listeners there -- thank you!Please do share the show with at least two -- or three -- other neighbors and friends. And, please do give the show a 5-star rating in your podcast app if you feel it deserves it.Show Sponsor:Today's sponsor is Utopia Diner at 267 Amsterdam Ave at West 72nd Street. Get your breakfast platter or waffles -- YUM! (212) 873-6233 or on Seamless.Also, please submit your corner news and story ideas to: info@uwscornertalk.com. Or, leave a voice memo at the website by clicking on the orange tab: http://www.UWSCornerTalk.com.You can follow the show on social media: Instagram: @uws_cornertalk; Twitter: @uwscornertalk. You can also join the show's Facebook group and like the Facebook page.
UWS neighborhood news covered: Christmas Day openings, tips for wearing glasses during COVID-19 and how to renew your driver's license without leaving the neighborhood.Today's show is sponsored by Utopia Diner, where Christmas Day dinner is offered. Utopia is going to offer a ribeye dinner with the fixin's is available for pick-up or delivery for just $39.95.UWS News:- DMV license renewals at AAA on Broadway at West 62nd Street- Rain-X Anti-Fogging solution for glasses-wearing folks during COVID-19- Ever wonder: Where is Dave Smith the Guitar guy – where are you?!- GoFundMe started by Margaux Nissen Gray for Fung from P & K Laundry on West 81st and Amsterdam Avenue. "Donate for her excellence service." So far, 1/10 has been raised of the $1,000 goal. Restaurant News:- Utopia Diner will be open Christmas Day; $39.95 ribeye dinner available- Wild Lea Farm sells rabbit at GrowNYC market on West 77th on January 3rd- Pastrami Queen, no more line- Pioneer grocery on Columbus Avenue near West 74th Street is closed on Christmas Day- The Smith: Sold out for Christmas Day delivery and pick-upHarvest Kitchen: $9 Valrhona hot chocolateLas Empanadas Casa Garcia: Dominican empanadas, pickup only, $2 ~ $4 How to order? Waiting to hear back!Local School and Family News:- West Side Soccer League: Registration for spring is open; Prices rise after January 31, 2021- Santaland at Macy's is virtual this year.Shout-Out Corner: - Venus Tong NYC - beautiful artwork of the UWS- David E Harrison - fun Christmas tree on Broadway medianPlease do share the show with at least two -- or three -- other neighbors and friends. And, please do give the show a 5-star rating in your podcast app if you feel it deserves it.Show Sponsor:Today's sponsor is Utopia Diner at 267 Amsterdam Ave at West 72nd Street. Get your breakfast platter or waffles -- YUM! (212) 873-6233 or on Seamless.Also, please submit your corner news and story ideas to: info@uwscornertalk.com. Or, leave a voice memo at the website by clicking on the orange tab: http://www.UWSCornerTalk.com. You can follow the show on social media: Instagram: @uws_cornertalk; Twitter: @uwscornertalk. You can also join the show's Facebook group and like the Facebook page.
Where will you get your Thanksgiving dinner this year? We'll share a list of neighborhood options, including Utopia Diner.Also covered in this episode:Local School and Family News:- Drinking tweens at the big yard at P.S. 87 at West 77th Street and Amsterdam Avenue.- A big favor...- Booker T. Washington, MS54, has a virtual Turkey Trot.- Albright Raw Dog Food Recall and Tips for Preparing Pet Meals from Albright owner, Lee Albright (and btw, Lee did reach out to the USDA Hotline and hasn't heard back yet -- forgot to mention it on the show...)Arts and Entertainment- Evan Sherman Music Band plays with Tyler Mitchell, Giveton Gelin, Nicoletta Manzini.Restaurant News:- It's Black Restaurant Week- A $6 pizza deal on West 81st- Neighborhood Thanksgiving Options: Citarella, Zabar's, The Ribbon NYC, Nice Matin, The Smith, the Bouluds, Fairway Market, Silver Moon Bakery, Friedman’s and PappardellaShout-Out Corner: Lee thanks listeners in Japan, Finland, Canada, and South Korea. Thank you so much for listening and being part of our audience!Please do share the show with at least two -- or three -- other neighbors and friends. And, please do give the show a 5-star rating in your podcast app if you feel it deserves it.Today's sponsor is Utopia Diner at 267 Amsterdam Ave at West 72nd Street. Their Thanksgiving dinner is $27.95 and includes a LOT. (212) 873-6233 or on Seamless.Also, please submit your corner news and story ideas to: info@uwscornertalk.com. Or, leave a voice memo at the website by clicking on the orange tab: http://www.UWSCornerTalk.com. You can follow the show on social media: Instagram: @uws_cornertalk; Twitter: @uwscornertalk. You can also join the show's Facebook group and like the Facebook page.
In today's edition of Upper West Side Corner Talk, your host Lee Uehara met voter Dan Zimberg on the corner of West 102nd Street and Amsterdam Avenue. Dan gets to lead off the show by telling folks to vote!Today's first story is about stores taking preventive measures by boarding up their shops in preparation for possible riots that may happen due to the presidential election this week. Stores such as Swatch, on the corner of West 72nd Street and Columbus Avenue, have already installed boards to cover the windows.Then, we meet Hadassah Tannor, who said she felt the need to do something about the election. So, like any other 89-year-old Upper West Sider, she says she sat down to write a parody. It's now on YouTube and is performed by her daughter. It's a take on The Mikado's song, "I've Got a Little List." Click HERE to watch it.Please do share the show with at least two -- or three -- other neighbors and friends. And, please do give the show a 5-star rating in your podcast app if you feel it deserves it.Today's sponsor could be YOU! To donate to -- or sponsor -- the show: http://www.UWSCornerTalk.com/support/.Also, submit your corner news and story ideas to: info@uwscornertalk.com. Or, leave a voice memo at the website by clicking on the orange tab: http://www.UWSCornerTalk.com. You can follow the show on social media: Instagram: @uws_cornertalk; Twitter: @uwscornertalk. You can also join the show's Facebook group and like the Facebook page.
In today's special edition of Upper West Side Corner Talk, host Lee Uehara meets voter Kate Maloy who gets to lead off the show before talking about the early voting scene at West 102nd Street and Amsterdam Avenue. Lee also shares tips on what to bring to make standing in the hours-long line more bearable.(**BRING YOUR BATTERY CHARGER!!!** - forgot to mention this. Ack!)Jack Cole, a line leader for the polling location shares his observations Sunday morning. Then, Lee meets Susan Gross, a voter in line who is concerned about her mom and has to go to the bathroom. Before wrapping up, Lee meets Brad Gibson, his fiancé and their small dog, Cash. Lee's recorded interview with Brad didn't make it, but she's sharing his Instagram handle with folks because he did tell her he wanted to use his platform to get people out to vote. Finally, Lee shares what good deed she and her line buddies did while waiting to vote. Please do share the show with at least three other neighbors and friends. Submit your corner news and story ideas to: info@uwscornertalk.com. Or, leave a voice memo at the website by clicking on the orange tab: http://www.UWSCornerTalk.com. You can follow the show on social media: Instagram: @uws_cornertalk; Twitter: @uwscornertalk.Today's sponsor could be YOU! To donate to -- or sponsor -- the show: http://www.UWSCornerTalk.com/support/.
The teaching ministries of Central Baptist Church, located at 92nd Street and Amsterdam Avenue in New York City. We pray that you are encouraged in the Lord through these sermons. God's blessings be with you and we hope you can visit us soon!
The teaching ministries of Central Baptist Church, located at 92nd Street and Amsterdam Avenue in New York City. We pray that you are encouraged in the Lord through these sermons. God's blessings be with you and we hope you can visit us soon!
The teaching ministries of Central Baptist Church, located at 92nd Street and Amsterdam Avenue in New York City. We pray that you are encouraged in the Lord through these sermons. God's blessings be with you and we hope you can visit us soon!
The teaching ministries of Central Baptist Church, located at 92nd Street and Amsterdam Avenue in New York City. We pray that you are encouraged in the Lord through these sermons. God's blessings be with you and we hope you can visit us soon!
The teaching ministries of Central Baptist Church, located at 92nd Street and Amsterdam Avenue in New York City. We pray that you are encouraged in the Lord through these sermons. God's blessings be with you and we hope you can visit us soon!
The teaching ministries of Central Baptist Church, located at 92nd Street and Amsterdam Avenue in New York City. We pray that you are encouraged in the Lord through these sermons. God's blessings be with you and we hope you can visit us soon!
The teaching ministries of Central Baptist Church, located at 92nd Street and Amsterdam Avenue in New York City. We pray that you are encouraged in the Lord through these sermons. God's blessings be with you and we hope you can visit us soon!
The teaching ministries of Central Baptist Church, located at 92nd Street and Amsterdam Avenue in New York City. We pray that you are encouraged in the Lord through these sermons. God's blessings be with you and we hope you can visit us soon!
The teaching ministries of Central Baptist Church, located at 92nd Street and Amsterdam Avenue in New York City. We pray that you are encouraged in the Lord through these sermons. God's blessings be with you and we hope you can visit us soon!
The teaching ministries of Central Baptist Church, located at 92nd Street and Amsterdam Avenue in New York City. We pray that you are encouraged in the Lord through these sermons. God's blessings be with you and we hope you can visit us soon!
The teaching ministries of Central Baptist Church, located at 92nd Street and Amsterdam Avenue in New York City. We pray that you are encouraged in the Lord through these sermons. God's blessings be with you and we hope you can visit us soon!
The teaching ministries of Central Baptist Church, located at 92nd Street and Amsterdam Avenue in New York City. We pray that you are encouraged in the Lord through these sermons. God's blessings be with you and we hope you can visit us soon!
The teaching ministries of Central Baptist Church, located at 92nd Street and Amsterdam Avenue in New York City. We pray that you are encouraged in the Lord through these sermons. God's blessings be with you and we hope you can visit us soon!
The teaching ministries of Central Baptist Church, located at 92nd Street and Amsterdam Avenue in New York City. We pray that you are encouraged in the Lord through these sermons. God's blessings be with you and we hope you can visit us soon!
The teaching ministries of Central Baptist Church, located at 92nd Street and Amsterdam Avenue in New York City. We pray that you are encouraged in the Lord through these sermons. God's blessings be with you and we hope you can visit us soon!
The teaching ministries of Central Baptist Church, located at 92nd Street and Amsterdam Avenue in New York City. We pray that you are encouraged in the Lord through these sermons. God's blessings be with you and we hope you can visit us soon!
The teaching ministries of Central Baptist Church, located at 92nd Street and Amsterdam Avenue in New York City. We pray that you are encouraged in the Lord through these sermons. God's blessings be with you and we hope you can visit us soon!
The teaching ministries of Central Baptist Church, located at 92nd Street and Amsterdam Avenue in New York City. We pray that you are encouraged in the Lord through these sermons. God's blessings be with you and we hope you can visit us soon!
The teaching ministries of Central Baptist Church, located at 92nd Street and Amsterdam Avenue in New York City. We pray that you are encouraged in the Lord through these sermons. God's blessings be with you and we hope you can visit us soon!
The teaching ministries of Central Baptist Church, located at 92nd Street and Amsterdam Avenue in New York City. We pray that you are encouraged in the Lord through these sermons. God's blessings be with you and we hope you can visit us soon!
Event Planner for the weekend of May 3rd Tribeca Film Festival (All Day Event) May 3, 4, 5 — Frieze Art Fair Summer on the Hudson: Saturday, May 4 — Summer on the Hudson: Monuments Tour of Riverside Park — General Grant National Memorial (in Riverside Park) Saturday, May 4 — Shape Up NYC Dance Fitness Class in West Harlem Piers Park at 11am Sunday, May 5 — Tai Chi at the Soldiers' and Sailors' Monument in Riverside Park in Manhattan Sunday, May 5 — Summer on the Hudson: Irish Arts Center New York City Irish Dance Festival — Pier I (in Riverside Park South) Monday, May 6 — Björk's Cornucopia — The Icelandic artist will perform eight shows backed by a chorus and cast of musicians at The Shed — Hudson Yards Friday, May 3rd 83 years ago on May 3, 1936 — Joe DiMaggio makes his major league debut, playing center field for the New York Yankees. 59 years ago on May 3, 1960 — 'The Fantasticks' premiers at Sullivan Street Playhouse and would go on to become the longest-running musical with 42 years and 17,162 performances. Friday, May 3 — 97 street Greenmarket Friday — 97 Street Between Columbus Avenue And Amsterdam Avenue in Manhattan Friday, May 3 — Columbia Greenmarket Thursday and Sunday — Broadway Between West 114 Street And West 116 Street in Manhattan Friday, May 3 — Cortelyou Greenmarket Sunday — Cortelyou Road Between Rugby Road And Argyle Road In Brooklyn Friday, May 3 — Infest, Scapegoat, and The Fight will play a hardcore punk and post-hardcore show at The Kingsland in Greenpoint Friday, May 3 — TR/ST brings dark electronica to Elsewhere in Brooklyn along with Juno Award-nominated artist Lydia Ainsworth Friday, May 3 — Old Cathedral Outdoor Market — Prince Street Between Mott Street And Mulberry Street in Manhattan Friday, May 3 — St. Anthony Flea Market — West Houston Street Between Thompson Street And Macdougal Street in Manhattan May 3–4 — Bike Expo New York — Basketball City along the East River at 299 South Street in Manhattan Friday, May 3 — Free Adult Lessons in Fencing at Bryant Park — Learn the basics of the sport of fencing beginning at 1:30pm in Bryant Park on the rear terrace of the library. Registration is required at the Manhattan Fencing Center website manhattanfencing.com Friday, May 3 — Cinco De Mayo Celebration at Sunset Park — Sunset Park Recreation Center (in Sunset Park) Friday, May 3 and Saturday, May 4 — Jerry Seinfeld plays the Beacon Theatre on the Upper West Side as part of his ongoing series of monthly appearances Friday, May 3 — callie oochies / georgia Smith Kali Uchis with Jorja Smith — The Hulu Theater at Madison Square Garden — Midtown West Friday, May 3 — Maren Morris with RaeLynn (16+) — Brooklyn Steel — 319 Frost Street — Greenpoint Friday, May 3 — Morrissey — Lunt-Fontanne Theatre — 205 West 46th St. — Midtown Saturday, May 4th 60 years ago on May 4, 1959 — The first Grammy Awards are held in a simultaneous ceremony in New York and Beverly Hills, California. In New York, the event took place in the Park Sheraton Hotel at 870 Seventh Ave, just south of Central Park. Saturday, May 4 — NYC Cannabis Parade & Rally will march down Broadway starting at 32nd Street and end in Union Square, where there will be speakers and performances beginning at 1pm to bring attention to marijuana legalization. Saturday, May 4 — Run the Bronx will bring runners and walkers to Bronx Community College in Morris Heights. Registration begins at 7am, but the run will begin at 10am. The event will also honor Roscoe C. Brown, Jr., a former member of the Tuskegee Airmen and president of Bronx Community College for 17 years who established the run in 1978. Saturday, May 4 — Bandits of the Acoustic Revolution and Streetlight Manifesto — Radio City Music Hall Saturday, May 4 — DIJON and SACHI — Zone One at Elsewhere Saturday, May 4 — The Lemonheads, The Restless Age, and Tommy Stinson — Brooklyn Bowl Saturday, May 4 — Sharon Van Etten with Heather Woods Broderick (16+) — Webster Hall — 125 East 11th Street — Noho / Union Square Saturday, May 4 — Conference House Park - Green Neighborhood — Swinnerton Street and Billop Avenue (in Conference House Park) Saturday, May 4 — Governors Island's 1st Annual ShinDIG Saturday, May 4 — The Dept of Transportation's Weekend Walks and Circle the Square Movie Night will take place at Westchester Square on Lane Ave at Tremont Ave in the Bronx, with a fashion show and a showing of Star Wars: The Force Awakens Saturday, May 4 — Mayo Day 2019 — Irish Hunger Memorial — North End Ave & Vesey St — Lower Manhattan Saturday, May 4 — Urban Wildlife Festival — West 172nd Street and Amsterdam Avenue (in Highbridge Park) Saturday, May 4 — Arlo SoHo's 2019 Kentucky Derby Party with Woodford Reserve — Arlo SoHo — 231 Hudson Street — Tribeca Saturday, May 4 — 16th Annual Brooklyn Derby — Greenwood Park — 555 7th Ave — South Slope Saturday, May 4 — Movies Under the Stars: Star Wars: The Last Jedi — St. Catherine's Park Saturday, May 4 — Horseshoe Crab Monitoring — South end of the Calvert Vaux Parking Lot (in Calvert Vaux Park) Saturday, May 4 — Horseshoe Crab Monitoring — Park Entrance at Bayview Avenue and W 33rd Street (in Kaiser Park) Saturday, May 4 — Bandits of the Acoustic Revolution with Streetlight Manifesto — Radio City Music Hall — 1260 6th Avenue — Midtown Saturday, May 4 — Maren Morris with RaeLynn — Terminal 5 — 610 W 56th St. — Hell's Kitchen / Midtown Sunday, May 5th 128 years ago on May 5, 1891 — The first performance is held at a newly-constructed music hall on 57th Street that would later be renamed Carnegie Hall after Andrew Carnegie, who funded its construction. For the grand opening performance, Russian composer Pyotr Tchaikovsky served as a special guest conductor. Although only initially named "Music Hall", board members for the performance space convinced Carnegie to allow the building to be named after him two years after opening. Sunday, May 5 — TD Five Boro Bike Tour — The 40-mile ride begins at Franklin and Church in Lower Manhattan, heads north through Central Park to the Bronx, back down Manhattan along the East River, across the Queensboro Bridge to Astoria, all the way south through Brooklyn to the Verrazzano, and across to Fort Wadsworth in Staten Island, where there will be a festival with food, music, and free bike repair. Sunday, May 5 — Cinco de Mayo Parade will take place at 106th and Central Park West in Manhattan from 1pm to 3pm with music and dancing in celebration of Mexican culture. Sunday, May 5 — Broadway Spring Festival is coming to Broadway between 86th and 93rd in Manhattan Sunday, May 5 — Gowanus Canal Community Development Corporation's Court Street Festival will take place on Court Street between Union and West 9th from 10am to 6pm. Sunday, May 5 — Boardwalk Barrels of Fun — West 10th Street Boardwalk Entrance (in Coney Island Beach & Boardwalk) Sunday, May 5 — Tulip Time — Queens Botanical Garden Sunday, May 5 — Cinco de Mayo - Herbs of Mexico — H.H. Biddle House (in Conference House Park) Sunday, May 5 — Riverside Park Overlook Concerts: Manhattan Jazz Combo — 116th Street Overlook (in Riverside Park) Sunday, May 5 — Al Green with The War and Treaty — Radio City Music Hall — 1260 6th Avenue — Midtown Sunday, May 5 — Vampire Weekend (16+) — Webster Hall — 125 East 11th Street — Noho / Union Square Intro music: 'Start the Day' by Lee Rosevere — Event Planner music: 'The Job Next Door' by Anonymous420