7 Ways to Keep Your New Year’s Resolutions Alive
Most New Year’s resolutions fail because they are vague, too big, or rely on willpower alone, so the key is to turn them into small, specific habits supported by structure and accountability. Below…
Best Spots to Enjoy a Hot Chocolate on the UWS
What’s better on a cold winter day than sitting down and enjoying a delicious hot chocolate. The Upper West Side is fortunate to be full of spots for excellent hot chocolate. Each of…
Best New Year’s Eve Activities Around the Upper West Side
New Year’s Eve on the Upper West Side is packed with options, from kid-friendly daytime parties to midnight fireworks and live jazz. Fireworks over Central Park Central Park’s New Year’s Eve fireworks typically…
The Complete New York City 2025 “Light the Trees” Schedule
New York City truly shines during the holiday season—and nothing captures that magic quite like its tree lighting ceremonies. From the world-famous Rockefeller Center celebration to neighborhood events tucked into city parks and…
7 Unique UWS Stores to Buy Gifts For the Holidays
The Upper West Side is packed with unique, locally-owned shops that turn holiday gift-giving into an experience. Here are six standout venues, each offering something truly special for every type of recipient, from…
Best Viewing Spots to See the Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade
Prime Public Viewing Locations VIP and Indoor Viewing Options Tips for a Great Parade Experience
The Best Italian Restaurants on the Upper West Side
If you’re a fan of Italian cuisine, NYC has a huge menu of offerings. Sure, there’s Little Italy downtown and a shout-out to the incomparable Arthur Avenue in the Bronx. But luckily for…
Best Bagels on the Upper West Side
New York City has long been renowned for its cultural diversity. This, everybody knows. All of these different cultures bring their unique style to the food mecca that is New York, a city…
The Circus is Back in Town – Big Apple Circus
The Big Apple Circus brings its dazzling 2025 edition, “The World’s Best Under Our Big Top,” to Lincoln Center’s Damrosch Park from November 7, 2025, through January 4, 2026, offering a modern take…
Popular UWS Eatery Reopens in New Space
Jacob’s Pickles has made a splash at its new flagship location, bringing its Southern comfort food and community vibe to a spacious, modern setting. The restaurant is now nearly twice the size of…









