Upper East Side Events Roundup

This Weekend on the UES: Friday, July 22nd-Sunday, July24th

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It's gonna be a sizzler this weekend! Check out these great events that have the cool factor going fr them...and by cool we mean air conditioning rather than hanging our with the Homecoming queen...

Parlor Steakhouse for NYC's Restaurant Week
Friday, July 22th

Take advantage of the last weekend of NYC's coveted restaurant week with Parlor Steakhouse. From young couples meeting for a drink and solo guests grabbing a casual dinner at the bar, to foursomes and business diners looking for a delicious meal on the Upper East Side scene.

Parlor Steakhouse 1600 Third Avenue between 89th & 90th Streets
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Art Explore: Narrative Painting (Ages 11–14)
Friday, July 22nd at 4:30pm

Looking for a great way to keep the kids cool this Friday night? Join in the conversation with a Museum educator and other young teens in the cool galleries of the Met. With a travel journal in hand, explore works of art and create a sketch, a story, or both! The Museum will stay open until 9:00pm.

The Metropolitan Museum of Art 1000 Fifth Avenue between 82nd & 83rd Streets
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Society of Illustrators Annual Barbeque
Friday, July 22nd from 7:00-11:00pm

Join Society of Illustrators for some thrills and grills at the Annual Barbecue. As it faces the challenges of a swiftly changing future, the Society will continue to “promote generally the art of illustration,” as its founders dictated--and what better way to do so than with a mid-summer's barbeque!

Society of Illustrators 128 East 63rd Street between Lexington & Park Avenues
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Free Open Bar & Karaoke Night at BB&R
Saturday, July 23rd at 10:00pm

Oh yes, you read correctly! That's a FREE open bar at BB&R this Saturday night from 10:00-11:00pm. Also kicking off at 10:00pm is Karaoke Night, where you're invited to attend one crazy-silly night of singing, dancing, and drinking at BB&R all while drinking for free!

BB&R 1720 Second Avenue between 89th & 90th Streets
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Rouge Tomate's Cart in the Park
Sunday, July 24th

Enjoy the coolness Sunday will bring to the city in Central Park with a yummy bite from Rouge Tomate's Cart in the Park. Nestled beneath the trees in front of the Arsenal at the intersection of 64th St. & 5th Avenue, The Cart in the Park is a Green Restaurant Association certified Mobile Food Cart.

Rouge Tomate's Cart in the Park 64th Street & Fifth Avenue
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Events Roundup: July 14th-17th

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French flare over cocktails, ice cream over stories, magic tricks over dinner, and so much more this weekend on the Upper East Side!

Rendez-Vous at FIAF
Thursday, July 14th at 6:30pm

Bonjour, Upper East Siders! Add some flare a la France to your Thursday happy hour at FIAF. Enjoy wine and cocktails, soft drinks, and snacks while making new French and American friends in a fun, welcoming environment.

French Institute/Alliance 22 East 60th Street between Park & Madison Avenues
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Ice Cream Storytime
Friday, July 15th at 10:30am

It's National Ice Cream month and what better way for the kiddos to celebrate than over storytime! Kids will listen to ice cream-themed stories and pretend to make ice cream just like 19th-century New Yorkers did!

Mount Vernon Hotel Museum & Garden 419 East 61st Street between York & First Avenues
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Celebrate NYC Restaurant Week: Maya
Friday, July 15th

If you're looking to celebrate New York's coveted restaurant week in the neighborhood, check out Maya for an internationally acclaimed blend of authentic Mexican ingredients and innovative culinary techniques. The menu features Ceviche de Robalo, Carne Asada, Chocoflan and more!

Maya 1191 First Avenue between 64th & 65th Streets
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Sunday Riley Facial Event
Saturday, July 16th from 10:00am-5:00pm

Pamper yourself this weekend at Barneys with this can't-miss facial event. The facial will help reduce the signs of aging by correcting UV damage and give your skin a radiant, summer glow!

Barneys 660 Madison Avenue between 60th & 61st Streets
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Magical Nights at Feinstein's
Sunday, July 17th at 5:45pm

Add a little magic to your summer Sunday night at Feinstein's this weekend. It's a total experience of sophisticated amazement combining elegant dining, intimate close-up magic, and exquisitely magical performances on stage, Park Avenue-style, of course!

Feinsteins at the Regency Club of NY 540 Park Avenue between 61st & 62nd Streets
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Events Roundup: July 8th-10th

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TGIF, Upper East Side! Check out these sizzling weekend events that you won't want to miss out on...

Shakespeare in the Park: Measure for Measure
Friday, July 8th at 8:00pm

Upper East Siders, where art thou? We hope you're in Central Park for the summer tradition of Shakespeare in the Park! Enjoy free performances of two of Shakespeare's masterpieces performed in repertory: Measure for Measure and All's Well that Ends Well.

The Delacorte Theater in Central Park
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Art After Dark
Friday, July 8th at 9:00pm

Who says museums have to be a daytime activity? Not on the UES! Check out art and a new social scene at The Guggenheim's monthly Art After Dark after-hours celebration. Enjoy a private viewing and cash bar set against a music playlist selected by Guggenheim collection artist Slater Bradley.

The Guggenheim 1071 Fifth Avenue between 88th & 89th Streets
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Central Park Bagel Bark
Saturday, July 9th at 7:30am

Must love dogs AND the Upper East Side! Munch on pastries, bagels, and coffee with fellow dog walkers during off-leash hours courtesy of the Central Park Conservancy's Central Park Paws. UES dogs love summer too!

Central Park's East Meadow
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Broadway And Berg
Saturday, July 9th at 8:30pm

And all that Upper East Side jazz! Back by popular demand, Neil Berg returns to Feinstein’s after a sold out show last summer with a brand new cabaret show. This dynamic evening will feature classics from “The Phantom of the Opera", “Les Miserables", “South Pacific," and many more.

Feinsteins at the Regency Club of NY 540 Park Avenue between 61st & 62nd Streets
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Bastille Day Celebration
Sunday, July 10th from 12:00-5:00pm

Bonjour, New York! Celebrate French culture this Sunday at NYC’s annual three-block fête on 60th Street. From tasting delicious treats to listening to music at our day-long concert, everyone will enjoy the myriad attractions provided by artists and artisans from various regions of France.

60th Street between Lexington & Fifth Avenues
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4th of July on the Upper East Side!

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Check out these hotter-than-July-hot events sizzling on the UES this 4th of July weekend! Happy Independence Day, Upper East Siders!

Independence Day Cocktails @ Cooper-Hewitt
Thursday, June 30th at 6:00pm

Kick-off the holiday weekend with happy hour at Cooper-Hewitt! Enjoy seasonal cocktails and munchies in New York's largest private garden as renowned DJ and music producer Rob Paine spins everything from reggae to techno to soul.

Cooper Hewitt National Design Museum 2 East 91st Street between Madison & Fifth Avenues
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Jazz Guitar with Steve Miller
Thursday, June 30th at 7:00pm

He's a joker, he's a toker, and now a jazz guitarist too! Check out rock legend Steve Miller at The Met as he rocks the house with his unique blend of jazz, rock, and blues. What's better? Sharing the stage with him will be guitarist Howard Alden and the Les Paul Trio.

The Metropolitan Museum of Art 1000 Fifth Avenue at 82nd Street
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The Scene @ Tavern: 4th of July Pedal Stop
Saturday, July 2nd from 9:30am-4:30pm

Get physical this 4th of July weekend on a summertime bike ride through Central Park. Swing by Tavern on the Green for the latest and greatest on safety instruction, ride suggestions, basic bike repair, and (if you don't have your own bike) rentals through Bike and Roll. And then keep on truckin' through the rest of the park for the remainder of your day!

Central Park's Tavern on the Green
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Red, White & Boom SummerStage Concert
Sunday, July 3rd at 3:00pm

Pay tribute to the stars and stripes this eclectic mix of artists hitting Central Park's SummerStage! The afternoon will be filled with Carnival meringues, rock 'n roll, and pan-African beats with RAM, Group Doueh, Baloji, and GlobeSonic Sound System.

Central Park's Rumsey Playfield
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An Evening of Tavern Tunes
Tuesday, July 5th at 6:00pm

Extend the holiday week through Tuesday with an unforgettable night of tavern jams at Mount Vernon Hotel Museum & Garden. Get ready to sing along with members of the band STOUT who will perform traditional American music including popular songs of the 19th century and sea chanteys!

Mount Vernon Hotel Museum & Garden 419 east 61st Street between York & First Avenues
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Events Roundup: This Weekend on the UES!

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Summer is officially here and the Upper East Side is getting the neighborhood heated up with these can't-miss events!

Better Than Wine: Beer & Cheese Pairing
Thursday, June 23rd at 7:00pm

A tasting after many of our hearts and stomachs! And believe it or not, beers pair more naturally with cheeses than wines do. So come see for yourself as you explore a variety of beer styles including lagers, pale ales, porters or stouts and lambics, and learn what sort of cheeses match them best and why.

92nd Street Y 1395 Lexington Avenue at 92nd Street
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Edible New York's Eat Drink Local Week at Rouge Tomate
Friday, June 24th-Thursday, June 30th

Support your community and check out Edible New York's Eat Drink Local Week. The Upper East Side's very own Rouge Tomate will be participating, featuring a four course meal that boasts of delicious foods and beverages from our local community.

Rouge Tomato 10 East 60th Street between Madison & Fifth Avenues
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Jack Daniels Honey Tasting
Friday, June 24th from 6:00pm-8:00pm

What's better than happy hour on a Friday after a long week at work? How about free alcohol at the neighborhood's best lounge! Jack Daniels Honey only makes it that much sweeter, so swing by for a few free cocktails.

Stir 1363 First Avenue at 73td Street
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Luau & Live Music at Saloon
Friday, June 24th at 8:30pm

Saloon is getting summer into full swing on the Upper East Side with their Luau party this Friday! Themed drink specials, coconut bras, grass skirts, and live music, plus $5 Coronas, $4 tequila shots, and cash prizes for Best Dressed. Aloha, UES!

Saloon 1584 York Avenue between 83rd & 84th Streets
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Family Fishing Celebration
Saturday, June 25th at 12:00pm

Get in some quality family time this weekend with a fishing extravaganza at Central Park. Featuring a build-a-fish craft, catch-and-release fishing, microscopic explorations of the Meer with the New York Microscopial Society, and a Global Water Day dance performance at 2:00 pm by the Zendora Dance Company.

Central Park's Meer
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Events Roundup: Father's Day on the Upper East Side

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Happy Father's Day, dads, from the Upper East Side! There are so many great events this year that we've dedicated our weekly events roundup to the well deserved Holiday.

The Scene @ Tavern on the Green: Origami Workshop
Sunday, June 19th at 11:00am

Get artsy with dad at Tavern on the Green's Origami Workshop--even better, its free! Learn to fold paper into Central Park-inspired works of art, such as flowers, insects, and animals. Fun for the whole family!

Tavern on the Green Central Park
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Alexander McQueen: Art, Beauty, and the Unique Body
Sunday, June 19th at 3:00pm

If Dad likes art, take him to see the hottest art exhibition of the summer at The Met. This special event discusses art, fashion, and the unique body as an object of beauty with McQueen model, athlete, and actress Aimee Mullins and Harold Koda, curator in charge of The Costume Institute.

The Metropolitan Museum of Art 1000 Fifth Avenue between 82nd & 83rd Streets
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Father's Day 2011 BBQ, Beer & Bourbon
Sunday, June 19th

If your padre loves the three B's of the South--BBQ, beer, and bourbon--bring him by Southern Hospitality for a heck of a deal! Their Father's Day special for $34.95 includes a huge platter of Memphis-style dry rubbed spare ribs, hand-sliced brisket, and SoHo's famous fried chicken with a choice of two sides and a flight of either beer or bourbon.

Southern Hospitality 1460 Second Avenue between 76th & 77th Streets
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Cardio Yoga for Men with Ed Harrold
Sunday, June 19th at 1:30pm

If Dad loves to hit the gym, you don't have to stop him from breaking a sweat this Father's Day with this kick-ass class from Pure Yoga just for men. The class is a yoga and cardio program that hybrids yogic pranayama and Cross-Patterning Yoga, a style designed to raise energy levels both naturally and organically.

Pure Yoga East 203 East 86th Street between Second & Third Avenues
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A Plant Based Father's Day at Candle 79
Sunday, June 19th

If papa is on a health kick or doesn't eat meat, check out Candle Cafe and Candle 79's Father's Day menu. What better way to honor your Dad this year than by treating him to a healthy brunch or dinner at one of NYC's favorite veggie-loving restaurants?

Candle 79 154 East 79th Street between Lexington & Third Avenues
Cafe Candle 1307 Third Avenue between 74th & 75th Streets
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Father's Day at Atlantic Grill
Sunday, June 19th

If you're really looking to give dad the king's treatment this year, take him to Atlantic Grill for a knock-your-socks off meal. With Cajun king salmon sushi tacos and other specials just for him in addition to their regular menu, Atlantic Grill is the place to go for Dad's seafood and sushi fix.

Atlantic Grill 1339 Third Avenue between 76th & 77th Streets
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Events Roundup: June 11th-13th

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Hot town, summer in the city! Beat the heat on the Upper East Side with these can't-miss events...

Science Symposium
Saturday, June 11th from 11:00am-3:00pm

Calling all science lovers! This is a great Saturday event for all ages and it isn't just your average science fair. The symposium will feature the collaborative work done by local New York City high school students and their teachers with the MMC Division of Science faculty and undergraduate students.

Marymount Manhattan College (221 East 71st Street between Second & Third Avenues)
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Ryoji Ikeda: The Transfinite
Saturday, June 11th from 12:00-7:00pm

View the final day of cutting-edge artist Ryoji Ikeda's latest work, The Transfinite. Ryoji Ikeda is a Japanese sound and visual artist who brings his worldly art to the Upper East Side in this unique exhibition.

Park Avenue Armory (643 Park Avenue between 66th & 67th Streets)
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Blue Note Jazz Festival
Saturday, June 11th at 6:30pm

Bee-bop on the Upper East Side this weekend with some sweet jazzy beats at the Blue Note Jazz Festival. Since 1981, The Blue Note Jazz Club has been a home for the world's finest jazz musicians. Come check it out this weekend at Central Park's SummerStage!

Central Park SummerStage Main Stage (Rumsey Playfield)
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BB&R Open Bar
Saturday, June 11th from 9:30-11:00pm

Free drinks on a Saturday night in Manhattan?! This is no fairy tale at BB&R! Check out their free open bar this Saturday and enjoy on-the-house drinks while you shoot some pool and ping pong it up!

BB&R (1720 Second Avenue between 89th & 90th Streets)
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Rock Talk: Intimate Conversations With Charlotte Sometimes
Monday, June 13th at 10:00pm

Fix your Monday blues with a little rock 'n roll! R&P Music Productions presents ROCK TALK...Intimate Music Conversations with Charlotte Sometimes. Channel 7 Eyewitness News Anchor and 2011 Emmy Award winning Phil Lipof sits down with Charlotte Sometimes to discuss her career and listen to her perform some of her newest songs.

Feinstein's at The Regency (540 Park Avenue between 61st & 62nd Streets)
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Events Roundup: June 2nd-6th

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Israeli Wines: Talk and Tasting
Thursday, June 2nd at 7:00pm

Napa Valley and Italy aren't the only regions with remarkable wines in this world. Discover the exciting gourmet wines of Israel tonight at the 92nd Street Y. Learn about the unique Israeli wine-making process, take a virtual tour of several vineyards, and most importantly, enjoy a guided tasting of award-winning red, white and dessert wines.

92nd Street Y 1395 Lexington Avenue at 92nd Street
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Read With Cody the Dog
Friday, June 3rd at 3:15pm

A great weekend starter for the wee ones! The Yorkville NYPL introduces Cody, a registered therapy dog, and his best friend Mary, as they read aloud. Geared towards children ages 5-12.

Yorkville NYPL 222 East 79th Street between Second & Third Avenues
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Power Hour at Session 73
Friday, June 3rd from 9:00-10:00pm

Missing those college days of pre-gaming before hitting up the town? Well, Session 73 is bringing it back to the Upper East Side this summer! $3 drafts, $3 wines, and $3 well drinks makes this a nostalgic happy hour that you won't want to miss.

Session 73 1359 First Avenue at 73rd Street
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MCC Community Benefit Fund 2nd Avenue Street Fair
Saturday, June 4th from 12:00-7:00pm

Street fair season is finally here! They're one of New Yorkers' favorite summertime events and this weekend one is hitting the Upper East Side. With over 800 vendors and two performance stages, its a can't-miss Saturday afternoon.

Third Avenue from 66th-86th Streets
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Man-Made Minds: Living with Thinking Machines
Saturday, June 4th at 8:00pm

IBM’s WATSON supercomputer recently showed the world that machines are capable of feats we’ve long considered distinctly human after conquering Jeopardy! This Saturday night, join WATSON and a world-renowned panel of roboticists and computer scientists, as they demonstrate and explore the rise of man-made minds.

The Kaye Playhouse at Hunter College 695 Park Avenue at 68th Street
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A Wine Tour de France 2011: Champagne
Monday, June 6th at 7:00pm

Extend that weekend one more day for an unforgettable night of bubbly! Join FIAF for the final tasting, exploring the world’s finest sparkling wine. This week, its not just another manic Monday!

French Institute/Alliance 22 East 60th Street between Park & Madison Avenues
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Memorial Day Weekend on the UES

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Staying local this holiday weekend? Check out these can't-miss events for Memorial Day weekend on the Upper East Side!

Gracie Mansion Tea Tour
Thursday, May 26th at 1:00pm

Jump start your holiday weekend with this so-very-Upper East Side event. Gracie Mansion is one of the most celebrated landmarks in New York City and this is the perfect uptown way to experience it! Enjoy tea service in the ballroom and a guided tour of the house, then relax in Carl Schurz Park and take in the magnificent views along the East River promenade.

Gracie Mansion 181 East End Avenue
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Wine Boom in Hong Kong
Thursday, May 26th at 5:30pm

It's a wine tasting with an Asian twist! Leave it to the Asia Society to come up with a new and innovative spin on the traditional wine tasting tradition. Celebrate Hong Kong's emergence as a regional wine hub in Asia with a food and wine reception led by Sommelier Jeffrey Andrews as he shares his expertise about wine paring with Asian food and wine preferences among Asians.

Asia Society 725 Park Avenue between 70th & 71st Streets
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Teacher Appreciation Happy Hour
Friday, May 27th from 12:00-7:00pm

A is for Appletinis, B is for Beer, C is for Cosmopolitans! School is almost out for summer. Come appreciate New York City teachers at Southern Hospitality this Friday with happy hour specials and $5 appetizers.

Southern Hospitality 1460 Second Avenue between 76th & 77th Streets
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Shut-up & Drink Friday
Friday, May 27th from 9:00pm-12:00am

Check out the newest happy hour on the Upper East Side. Come get down and dirty with your Friday night drinking at Aces & Eights, one of First Avenue's best kept secrets with cheap beers, good tunes, and even better times!

Aces & Eights Saloon 1683 First Avenue between 86th & 87th Streets
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Memorial Walk Tour
Monday, May 30th at 11:00am

Welcome summer with some sunshine and a good walk! Walk through Central Park with a look at how different generations of New Yorkers viewed the Park as a proper place to remember their veterans. The tour will last approximately 120 minutes and will cover about 2 miles.

Central Park's Maine Monument
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Events Roundup: May 16th-20th

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Get your datebooks out! We've got fabulous events coming up this week on the Upper East Side.

Caledonia Whiskey Tasting
Monday, May 16th at 7:30pm

Free whiskey on a Monday night?! Thanks to Caledonia Scottish pub, life doesn't get much better on a manic Monday night. Simon, whiskey expert from Laphroaig/Ardmore, will be coming with the distilleries' best whiskey for tasting.

Caledonia 1609 Second Avenue between 83rd & 84th Streets
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Trivia Tuesday: Boob Tube Madness
Tuesday, May 17th from 8:00-10:00pm

Come get your brain buzz on with a little Tuesday night trivia. This week's trivia session is dedicated to TV--theme songs, characters, cartoons, and more! 2-for-1 burgers, drink specials, $50 bar tab for the winners, and shots for the runners-up.

Mad River 1442 Third Avenue at 82nd Street
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Green Thumb A-Go-Go
Wednesday, May 18th at 4:00pm

Check out this great after-school event for 'tweens and teens! The program teaches what vegetables can live and thrive in New York City, as well as how to nurture and care for plants from planting all the way to picking.

96th Street New York Public Library 112 East 96th Street between Lexington & Park Avenues
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Face the Summer Beauty Event
Thursday, May 19th from 6:00-8:00pm

Prepare your face for the summer season that is fast approaching while reversing the damage of seasons past. This complimentary, informational event offers discounted treatments, food, drinks, raffles, and luxury gift bags.

Plastic Surgery & Dermatology of NYC 84th Street between Madison & Park Avenues
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Blissfully Thai Film Series: I-San Special
Friday, May 20th at 6:45pm

Take your Friday night movie night to a whole new level with this twist of culture from the Asia Society. This unusual and dream-like road movie playfully explores the dichotomies of real life and drama, and of professional actors on the radio and non-actors playing passengers.

Asia Society 725 Park Avenue between 70th & 71st Streets
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Events Roundup: May 5th-8th

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Cinco de Mayo at Stir
Thursday, May 5th at 5:00pm

Swing through Stir, the neighborhood's favorite lounge for singles and young professionals for a Cinco de Mayo celebratory drink! $6 margaritas, $4 Coronas, and de la cocina, mini quesadillas, southwest chicken rolls, nachos and more!

Stir 1363 First Avenue at 73rd Street
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The Longest War: The Enduring Conflict between America and Al-Qaeda
Thursday, May 5th at 6:30pm

This lecture is more relevant than ever after Sunday's events. At a time when many are frustrated or fatigued with what has become an enduring multigenerational conflict, Peter Bergen's new book, The Longest War, will provide an illuminating narrative that not only traces the arc of the fight but projects its likely future.

Asia Society 725 Park Avenue between 70th & 71st Streets
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Star Gazing at Carl Schurz Park
Friday, May 6th at 8:00pm

Celebrate International Astronomy Day (May 7th) as scores of children and teen star gazers gather in Carl Schurz Park on Friday night before to view the Earth’s spectacular moon! The moon will be playing a three day old waxing crescent while the ever-popular Saturn will be showing off its legendary rings.

Carl Schurz Park 86th Street & East End Avenue
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Kentucky Derby Run For The Roses
Saturday, May 7th at 1:00pm

It's Southern Hospitality's annual Kentucky Derby party. Big hats, mint juleps, and the neighborhood's most festive Derby fans! Specials include $6 Frozen Mint Juleps and Fried Chicken Specials during the races.

Southern Hospitality 1460 Second Avenue between 78th & 77th Streets
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Mother's Day at Cafe Boloud
Sunday, May 8th

Happy Mother's Day from Cafe Boulud. Cafe Boloud features a French-American menu inspired by Chef Daniel Boulud's four culinary muses: la tradition, classic French cuisine; la saison, seasonal delicacies; le potager, the vegetable garden; and le voyage, the flavors of world cuisines. For Mother's Day, the cafe will offer a three course prix fixe menu for $79 and children under 12 will be $45.

Cafe Boloud 20 East 76th Street between Madison & Fifth Avenues
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April showers bring May flowers and amazing events on the Upper east Side! Check out what's in store for this weekend...

Save Japan Benefit
Thursday, April 28th from 7:00-10:00pm

Get charitable with your Thursday night at Session 73 and drink to raising money and awareness for the tragedies that took place in Japan. $100 for a three hour open bar with a free t-shirt and half of the money going towards the Japan cause. Stick around afterwards to hear Sound of the Trout rock out.

Session 73 1359 First Avenue at 73rd Street
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Men and the City: Where Are All the Men in New York?
Thursday, April 28th at 7:00pm

Single ladies unite! Come hear expert Janis Spindel as she leads a discussion on where to find the eligible bachelors of Manhattan. They're out there, ladies! Now its time to go get them...

92nd Street Y 1395 Lexington Avenue at 92nd Street
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U2 Night at Saloon
Friday, April 29th at 9:00pm

Come get your Bono fix, U2 fans! Unforgettable Fire, the East Coast U2 cover band phenomenon is coming to the Upper East Side for an unforgettable jam session at Saloon.

Saloon 1584 York Avenue between 83rd & 84th Streets
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Chernobyl Film Festival
Saturday, April 30th at 7:00pm

Film junkie? Check out the Ukrainian Institute of America's film festival this weekend in the name of Chernobyl. Five movie screenings with free admission makes for a cultural and wallet-friendly Saturday night!

Ukrainian Institute of America 2 East 79th Street at Fifth Avenue
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Books & Roses: Celebrate Catalan
Sunday, May 1st at 11:00am

Keep the cultural theme of the weekend going for the little ones with this unique storytime! Barnes & Noble presents a Catalan celebration with crafts, books, music and food.

Barnes & Noble 150 East 86th Street between Third & Lexington Avenues
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Events Roundup: April 22nd-24th

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Happy Easter and Passover from the Upper East Side! Check out what's in store for this holiday weekend...

Knicks Playoffs at Stir
Friday, April 22nd at 7:00pm

Swing by the neighborhood's favorite lounge and watch the Knicks take on the Celtics in true Upper East Side style. Carmello Anothony, Amare Stoudemire, and $2 drafts--happy hour in Manhattan can't get much better than that! Also, be sure to stick around for the FREE Bushmills tasting at 10:00pm. More Info

Stir 1363 First Avenue at 73rd Street

Good Friday Concert & Meditation
Friday, April 22nd at 7:00pm

Looking to take your Friday night in a different direction? Check out Park Avenue Christian Church's Good Friday celebration as soprano and alto soloists and a small instrumental ensemble. The performace is well suited to Good Friday while it also anticipates the exuberant joy of Easter. More Info

Park Avenue Christian Church 1010 Park Avenue between 84th & 85th Streets

Comedy After Midnight
Saturday, April 23rd at 12:00am

Belly laugh your way into Saturday! Swing by the Comic Strip Live after happy hour for 2-for-1 drinks and epic comedy that you won't find on any dance floor or in any other bar. More Info

Comic Strip Live 1568 Second Avenue between 81st & 82nd Streets

Matzah Ball Soup to Maira’s Max: Storybooks for Passover
Sunday, April 24th at 1:00pm

Round up the little ones for this holiday fun-filled art workshop! Use artist Maira Kalman’s vibrant, quirky illustrations of animals, people and sumptuous treats to inspire your own handmade book for Passover. More Info

The Jewish Museum 1109 Fifth Avenue between 92nd & 93rd Streets

Easter Brunch at Alloro
Sunday, April 24th all day

When you come to Alloro, you'll be greeted by an adventurous décor and innovative culinary fare from one of the neighborhood's favorite Italian restaurants. Check out their creative spin on Italian classics with an Easter brunch. Adults enjoy four courses for $60 while children have three courses for $30. More Info

Alloro 307 East 77th Street between First & Second Avenues

Events Roundup: April 15th-20th

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Get your calendars and datebooks out--we've got a fantastic event for every day to take you all the way to next Wednesday!

Friday: Tax Day Happy Hour
Friday, April 15th from 6:00-8:00pm

Happy Tax Day from The Bullpen! Drink to your return or drink your sorrows away if you have to pay with a $15 open bar for two full hours. Cheers to Uncle Sam! More Info

Where: The Bullpen 1678 First Avenue between 87th & 88th Streets

Saturday: Volunteer Gardening
Saturday, April 16th at 10:00am

Grab your hoe and get your hands dirty this Saturday at Carl Schurz Park with your fellow neighbors. Help keep the neighborhood beautiful while enjoying a day of sunshine and conversation in the park. More Info

Where: Carl Schurz Park East End at 86th Street

Sunday: Run for the Parks
Sunday, April 17th at 8:00am

Rise, shine, and run this Sunday morning for a cause! The annual four-mile race kicks off running season in Central Park with all proceeds going towards CPF's free programs for parks across the city. Kids can race too! More Info

Where: Central Park Naumburg Bandshell

Monday: New York Theatre Workshop & Playwrights Horizons
Monday, April 18th at 7:30pm

Get on the up and up of the theater scene with this sneak peek at the soon-to-be-hit musical The Shaggs: Philosophy of the World. The story of a working class dad trying to make his way up by way of his three talentless daughters is based on a true story. More Info

Where: The Guggenheim 1071 Fifth Avenue between 88th & 89th Streets

Tuesday: French Film Double Screening
Tuesday, April 19th at 12:30pm, 4:00pm, & 7:30pm

Check out what's happening on the French film scene with a double screening of The Sailboats of Luxembourg and Andalucia. The perfect way to escape to France a la the Upper East Side on a Tuesday afternoon. More Info

Where: French Institute/Alliance 22 East 60th Street between Madison & Park Avenues

Wednesday: Original Sessions at Session 73
Wednesday, April 20th at 7:00pm

The latest and greatest in the world of acoustic singers and songwriters hits the UES! Discover new music and hear some great covers in this newly introduced weekly event at Session 73. More Info

Where: Session 73 1359 First Avenue between 72nd & 73rd Streets

This Weekend on the UES: April 8th-10th

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Kilts, shots, jitterbugs, and more hit the Upper East Side by storm this weekend!

Sideways Live at Session 73
Friday, April 8th at 10:30pm

Jagermeister and 107 Productions proudly present Sideways live at the neighborhood's favorite music venue, Session 73. This New Jersey based cover band has been getting the attention of all the top venues from Delaware to Vermont, playing crowd favorites from '80's, '90's, rock, R&B, and beyond!

Where: Session 73 (1359 First Avenue at 73rd Street)
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Vigorous Hike: Central Park
Saturday, April 9th at 11:00am

Come enjoy the first days of spring in Central Park! Hosted by the Urban Park Rangers, this hike is intended for breaking a sweat, as well as to provide an opportunity to enjoy the beauty of Central Park.

Where: Central Park (Grand Army Plaza)
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Saturday Night Swing Dance
Saturday, April 9th at 8:00pm

Here's another way to break a sweat this weekend! Shine your dancing shoes and head to the 92nd Street Y for a night of swing dancing. With live music from the '30's and '40's and guest performances, plus the chance to show off your jitterbug on the dance floor, its a great idea for a hopping Saturday night!

Where: 92nd Street Y (1395 Lexington Avenue at 92nd Street)
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Bushmills Tasting
Saturday, April 9th at 10:00pm

Looking for a cheap date? Stop by the Upper East Side's favorite lounge for a FREE tasting hosted by Bushmills. A live DJ and free shots never sounded so good on a Saturday night!

Where: Stir (1363 First Avenue at 73rd Street)
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10K Scotland Run
Sunday, April 10th at 7:30am

The Scottish are never ones for an uneventful weekend! Join fellow Scots and Scot-lovers this weekend in a 10K run filled with bagpipes and kilts. Post-race enjoy a festival of live Scottish music, raffles, and prizes.

Where: Central Park (Race starts at Mineral Springs)
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April on the Upper East Side!

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Mark your calendars, Upper East Siders! April brings a calendar full of unique and fun events to the neighborhood. Check 'em out!

Chocolate Fest: A Walk-Around Tasting
Sunday, April 3rd at 7:30pm

Calling all choco-holics! Homemade Ring Dings, chocolate chip cookies and small-batch beer, chocolate-inspired cocktails, chocolate gelato, organic chocolate, the list of chocolate inspired treats goes on and on in this out-of-this-world chocolate tasting. Presenters include Guittard Chocolate, The Grenada Chocolate Company, Valrhona Chocolate, Pacari, Taza Chocolate, Tumbador Chocolate, Baking for Good, The Manhattan Chocolate Society, Grom Gelateria, M.P. Frederick Confectioners, O Café, Sweet Revenge and more.

Where: 92nd Street Y (1395 Lexington Avenue at 92nd Street)
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Ballroom Dancing at Saloon
Every Tuesday at 7:30pm starting on April 5th

Have you always wanted to learn the moves of a proper ballroom? Head to Saloon for a feet-on workshop where you will learn how to Fox Trot, Tango, Salsa, and more. Led by Lou Brock, of Ballroom Dancing for Tough Guys. A great idea for a date night or an evening out with friends. No experience necessary!

Where: Saloon (1584 York Avenue between 83rd & 84th Streets)
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Guitar Heroes: Legendary Craftsmen from Italy to New York
Sunday, April 10th at 2:00pm

Come hear what real guitar heroes are made of! Featuring guitarists Anthony Wilson, Julian Lage, Steve Cardenas, and Chico Pinheiro, the afternoon event will include the world premiere of Anthony Wilson’s composition The Four Seasons.

Where: The Metropolitan Museum of Art (1000 Fifth Avenue between 82nd & 83rd Streets)
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A Wine Tour de France 2011: Bordeaux
Monday, April 11th at 7:00pm

One week its chocolate, the next its vino! Check out FIAF's Bordeaux wine tasting where Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot are explored in a new way than ever experienced before. The Modern’s Belinda Chang presents the region that has mastered the delicate art of blending grape varieties, creating fines wines that are among the most sought-after in the world.

Where: French Institute/Alliance (22 East 60th Street between Park & Madison Avenues)
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The Greenfields of America: Songs of Irish Immigrants
Thursday, April 14th at 6:30pm

Celebrate Immigrant Heritage Week on the Upper East Side! Balladeer Linda Russell explores the hopes and struggles of the Irish in their journey to America through letters, newspaper accounts and songs. The both emotional and historical recount is brought to life by laments, love songs, humorous ditties and dance tunes.

Where: Mount Vernon Hotel Museum & Garden (419 East 61st Street between York & First Avenues)
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Events Roundup: March 26th-28th

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Although spring hasn't fully sprung, there are plenty of spring-ful activities taking place on the Upper East Side this weekend!

34th Annual NYPD vs. FDNY 5-mile Run
Saturday, March 26th from 9:30am-12:00pm

Not only do NYC's police and fireman protect are city, they run too! Check out the annual five-miler this Saturday morning as the NYPD takes on the FDNY in a race around Central Park.

Where: Central Park (Begins northbound on the East Drive just south of the 102nd Street transverse)
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DIY Spring Flowers
Saturday, March 28th at 3:00pm

Spring is so close, which means its time to decorate for the new season! Stop by Webster Library for an adults-only craft workshop on how to make your own decorative flowers for your home, packages, and more.

Where: Webster Library (1465 York Avenue between 77th & 78th Streets)
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Budokon
Saturday, March 28th at 3:00pm

What in the world is Budokon? Spend your Saturday afternoon finding out! The practice fuses together yoga, martial arts, and meditation. Be prepared to sweat, flex, and most importantly, have fun in a new and unique workout for your spring fitness regime.

Where: New York Yoga (1629 York Avenue between 85th & 86th Streets)
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Early Morning Birding
Sunday, March 29th at 8:00am

The early bird gets the worm, and on this Sunday, the early riser gets to watch the birds get their worms. Rise and shine on the early side for a morning in Central Park with fellow bird and nature lovers. Hosted by Urban Park Rangers, you will look for the first returning birds of the season.

Where: Central Park (Meet at Belvedere Castle)
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Special Cheese Tasting
Monday, March 30th at 7:00pm

Cheese lovers unite for a unique tasting experience! To enrich your appreciation of French wines, FIAF invites you to an evening dedicated to cheese with acclaimed Maître Fromager Max McCalman, of New York's Artisanal Premium Cheese Center. Learn how to distinguish and savor different varieties as well as how to pair your wine properly with different cheeses.

Where: French Institue/Alliance (22 East 60th Street between Park & Madison Avenues)
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St. Patrick's Day on the UES

2011-03-15T17:21:00.004-04:00

New York's most celebrated holiday is here! St. Patrick's Day in New York is quite the tradition, so join in on the green shenanigans going down on the Upper East Side this year!

St. Patrick's Day Pub Crawl

Session 73
1359 First Avenue at 73rd Street

Stir 1363
First Avenue at 73rd Street

The 2011 Saint Patty's Day pub crawl is the largest pub crawl in the world! Prance around the city in festive green with $1 draft beers, $2 bottled beers, $3 house mixed drinks, and $4 Jameson shots at every stop along the way!

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East End Bar & Grill
1664 First Avenue between 86th & 87th Streets

It's the annual tradition of Kegs 'n Eggs at East End, kicking off in full force at 10:00am. $20 wristband gets you unlimited Coors Light drafts from 10:00am-1:00pm, as well as $4 Guinness pints and $5 Jameson shots. Don't forget your kilts!

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Mad River Bar & Grille
1442 Third Avenue at 82nd Street

As an Upper East Side St. Patty's Day staple, Mad River is a spot along your happy Irish path that you can't surpass. $5 Bushmills shots, $7 Car Bombs, $5 Paddy Vodka shots, and DJ "Irish Willy" on the ones and twos.

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Saloon
1584 York Avenue between 83rd & 84th Streets

Saloon has reinvented the Upper East Side’s bar scene and is taking it to a new Irish level this Thursday. So come celebrate New York's favorite holiday at Saloon with ALL DAY drink specials, live DJ, bagpipers, giveaways, and live music!

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Southern Hospitality
1460 Second Avenue between 76th & 77th Streets

Looking to get the best Irish grub on this day of hubbub? Check out Southern Hospitality's Erin-ed out menu with $2 Coors Light & Miller Lite Drafts, $3 Domestic Bottles, $3 Green Jello Shots, $4 Jameson Shots, $4 Guinness Drafts, $6 Car Bombs, and Smoked Corned Beef & Coleslaw Special all day.

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Tin Lizzie
1647 Second Avenue between 85th & 86th Streets

Join in on the Tomfoolery and Ballyhoo! Head to Tin Lizzie to embrace the tradition of wearing green and drinking longer than you would put in for an honest day's work. Early Bird specials are from 10:00am-1:00pm and include $3 Domestic Drafts, $4 Import Drafts (includes Guinness), $6 Car Bombs, and FREE Corned Beef!

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Not into the bar scene? Check out Irish films at the 96th Street NYPL or An Evening of Music and Dance from the Middle East at Marymount College.

Events Roundup: March 11th-13th

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Single ladies, burlesque, Scrabble, and a pub crawl--can we say spring fever, Upper East Side?

Upper East Side Single Ladies Night Out
Friday, March 11th at 8:00pm

All the single ladies, put your hands up! And all the single men, run to Brandy's Piano Bar. Brandy's is one of the Upper East Side's best-kept secrets and showcases live talent every night of the week, so singles unite for a fun-filled night!

Where: Brandy's Piano Bar (235 East 84th Street between Second & Third Avenues)
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Hasty Pudding Theatricals Presents Kashmir If You Can
Friday, March 11th at 8:00pm

Looking for a great date idea? Or just looking to have a good laugh with friends? Check out the oldest collegiate theatrical troupe in the country as they perform a hilarious student-written drag burlesque musical.

Where: Hunter College (Kaye Theater, 695 Park Avenue)
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Dickens Fellowship Book Club
Saturday, March 12th at 1:00pm

Charles Dickens was the most popular English novelist of the Victorian era, responsible for some of English literature's most iconic characters, and remains popular to this day. Help keep his spirit alive this weekend with The Dickens Fellowship. The Fellowship will discuss chapters 1-8 of David Copperfield.

Where: Barnes & Noble (150 East 86th Street between Third & Lexington Avenues)
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Saint Patty's Day Pub Crawl
Saturday, March 12th at 1:00pm

It's never too early to celebrate your Irish roots--whether you have them or not! Prance around the city in festive green and take advantage of the various drink specials offered, starting off on the Upper East Side at Stir.

Where: Stir (1363 First Avenue at 73rd Street)
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Joe Edley: Scrabble Master Class
Sunday, March 13th at 7:30pm

Who's up for a little Sunday night Scrabble action? We know we are! Join National Scrabble Champion Joe Edley as he shows you how to increase your scores and have more fun playing.

Where: 92nd Street Y (1395 Lexington Avenue at 92nd Street)
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Events Roundup: March 5th-7th

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Bagels, beagles, books, and booty shaking take over the UES this weekend! Check out the dog party, Alan Arkin, dance competitions and more going down in the 'hood this weekend...

Central Park Bagel Bark
Saturday, March 5th at 7:30am

Join fellow Upper East Siders and dog lovers alike at the monthly Central Park Bagel Bark gathering! Munch on pastries, bagels, and coffee during off-leash hours courtesy of the Central Park Conservancy's Central Park Paws.

Where: Central Park (Southeast corner of the Great Lawn)
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The Paper Bag Players Presents WHOOP-DEE-DOO!
Saturday, March 5th at 2:00pm

It's a little Saturday afternoon fun for the little ones! From a friendly sea monster to a little boy named Bloom, “THE PAPER BAG PLAYERS WHOOP-DEE-DOO!” will surprise and delight you as the ensemble cast puts on an astounding, all new show! Perfect for children ages 4-9.

Where: The Kaye Playhouse at Hunter College (695 Park Avenue between 68th & 69th Streets)
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Alan Arkin in Conversation with Jeffrey Lyons
Sunday, March 6th at 7:30pm

Noted award-winning actor and now writer Alan Arkin hits the Upper East Side this weekend! Known for his roles in Little Miss Sunshine and City Island (to name a few), Arkin discusses his new memoir and his extraordinary career with renowned theater critic Jeffrey Lyons.

Where: 92nd Street Y (1395 Lexington Avenue at 92nd Street)
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How Judges Judge: Youth America Grand Prix
Sunday, March 6th at 7:30pm

Everybody dance now! Youth America Grand Prix is America’s first and the world’s largest student ballet scholarship competition. Join YAGP jury members to gain an insight into the selection process and watch as they critique dancers’ performances during an impromptu ballet competition on stage.

Where: The Guggenheim (1071 Fifth Avenue at 89th Street)
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Chorus Repertory Theatre: Orchids of Manipur
Monday, March 7th at 7:30pm

The fun doesn't stop at Sunday this week! Stop by the Asia Society as one of India's most celebrated theater companies performs an evening of classical and folk traditions involving music, dance and martial arts of Manipur, India.

Where: Asia Society (725 Park Avenue at 71st Street)
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Events Roundup: February 25th-27th

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Check, check, check it out! The UES isn't messing around this weekend with Saturday night options of art, dance, or sports, a Sunday of magic, and a Monday filled with wine!

Saturday Evenings at the Metropolitan Museum of Art
Saturday, February 26th at 5:45pm

Spend a night with art at The Met! Get a sneak preview of the new exhibitions or tour the permanent collection, then socialize at the museum café. New exhibitions include Connections, which features short episodes that provide surprising, intimate perspectives on works of art in the Museum's collections; Small Things, where Associate Director Carrie Rebora Barratt looks for tiny works of art in the Museum's collections; and Tennessee, featuring Video Producer Christopher Noey as he talks about his childhood state of Tennessee and the unusual places it pops up in the Museum.

Where: The Metropolitan Museum of Art (1000 Fifth Avenue at 82nd Street)
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Dance Performance: Christopher Williams
Saturday, February 26th at 8:00pm

Spend your Saturday night watching the eclectic and provocative lineup of Christopher Williams and his unique group of dancers as they dive into a whimsical cycle of short works inspired by a hodgepodge of controversial 19th-century juvenile literature and hot-button issues such as xenophobia, racism, ignorance and cruelty.

Where: 92nd Street Y (1395 Lexington Avenue at 92nd Street)
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UFC 127: Penn vs. Fitch
Saturday, February 26th at 10:00pm

Not into the dance scene? Head to the neighborhood's favorite sports bar for the much anticipated UFC 127: Penn vs. Fitch fight. The feature match of the night is the welterweight bout between former two-division champion B.J. Penn and Jon Fitch, one of the top 170-pound contenders.

Where: Bounce NYC (1403 Second Avenue at 73rd Street)
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Magic Workshop: Mad for Magic with Ryan Oakes
Sunday, February 27th at 1:30pm

Join Ryan Oakes for a master class of magic and learn astonishing sleights-of-hand and amaze your friends with newfound magic tricks. This workshop coincides with the exhibition Houdini: Art and Magic, the first art exhibition in an American art museum on the master magician, featuring magic apparatus such as his straitjacket, handcuffs and milk can, posters, broadsides, period photographs, archival films, and contemporary artwork.

Where: The Jewish Museum (1109 Fifth Avenue at 92nd Street)
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A Wine Tour de France 2011: Rhône Valley
Monday, February 28th at 7:00pm

Extend your weekend by escaping to France by way of FIAF's wine tasting featuring Rhône Valley. Taste six distinctive wines and sample delicious cheeses selected specifically for Rhône Valley, a region of extreme contrasts where Syrah in the North and Grenache in the South produce bright, fruity, and spicy wines.

Where: French Institute/Alliance (22 East 60th Street between Park & Madison Avenues)
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Events Roundup: February 18th-20th

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Spring has sprung on the Upper East Side for President's Day weekend! Check out the 'hood happenings for this weekend...

Happy Hour at Stumble Inn
Friday, February 18th until 7:00pm

Taking a half day? Head to Stumble for a burger and a free beer. Working 'til the bitter end? The entire bar is 1/2 off until 7:00pm! Then stick around for a live DJ and beer pong all night long at one of the neighborhood's best singles and drinking spots!

Where: Stumble Inn (1454 Second Avenue at 76th Street)
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Yoga with Les Leventhal
Friday, February 18th-Sunday, February 20th

This three day workshop teaches arm balances, the art of twisting hips, and more! Led by Les Leventhal, who is one of San Francisco's most beloved yoga teachers, leading workshops and retreats around the world. His vinyasa flow classes and workshops are filled with technique and alignment cues for all levels. Get fit and flexible for spring!

Where: Pure Yoga East (203 east 86th Street between Second & Third Avenues)
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Dance Performance: Bill Young/Colleen Thomas & Co.
Friday, February 18th at 8:00pm

Got two left feet? Well Bill Young, Colleen Thomas and there ever-so-talented dance company sure don't! Noted for its impact across cultural boundaries, the work of this international cast of performers has spoken to audiences the world over as they reach toward the outermost extremes of physical dance, while forging a world full of emotional range and power.

Where: 92nd Street YMCA (1395 Lexington Avenue at 92nd Street)
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Health & Race Walking
Saturday, February 19th at 9:30am

Cabin fever be gone! Come enjoy some fresh air with fellow UESers with Coach Lon Wilson of the New York Walkers Club. Enjoy a brisk pace and views of the Park's landscapes as you get fit.

Where: Central Park (Mid-Park at 97th St.)
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Washington’s Birthday Ball
Sunday, February 20th at 1:00pm

What's President's Day weekend without a celebration of George Washington? Bring the family to celebrate the birthday of our Nation’s First President as New Yorkers would have in the 19th century. A period dance ensemble will teach and perform traditional country dances.

Where: Mount Vernon Hotel Museum & Garden (419 East 61st Street between First and York Avenues)
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Valentine's Day on the Upper East Side

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Roses are red, violets are blue, its Valentine's Day on the Upper East Side, so here are some events for you!

Valentine's Nut & Bolt Party
Saturday, February 12th

For all you singletons out there, get your Valentine's Day celebrations started a few days early with Session 73's third annual Nut & Bolt party. How does it work? Every girl gets a nut and every guy gets a bolt. Try to find your perfect match by mixing and mingling as The Characters play live. If your hardware matches up, you each get a free drink!

Where: Session 73 (1359 First Avenue at 73rd Street)
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Valentine's Traffic Light Party
Saturday, February 12th at 10:00pm

Here's another party to check out who's who on the singles scene on the Upper East Side. At the door get your beads--red beads mean you're taken, yellow beads mean you're in-between, and green beads means you're single and looking to mingle! Plus, red beer, shot specials, party favors, and a live DJ spinning your favorites all night.

Where: Mad River Bar & Grille (1442 Third Avenue at 82nd Street)
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Valentine's Day Party at Kidville
Sunday, February 13th at 1:30pm

The little ones need to celebrate Valentine's Day too! Come check out the family party with games, fun foods, candy, entertainment, and of course, gymtime! Featuring musical fun by Little Maestros, this is the perfect Sunday family funday your tots could ask for.

Where: Kidville (163 East 84th Street between Third & Lexington Avenues)
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Valentine's Day Dinner at Jacques
Monday, February 14th

Take that special person in your life for a romantic dinner for two this Valentine's Day at Jacques Brasserie, one of the neighborhood's favorite French spots. Lobster bisque, wild mushroom risotto, and chocolate souffle makes for an unforgettable date.

Where: Jacques Brasserie (204 East 85th Street at Third Avenue)
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My Funny Valentine's Day
Monday, February 14th at 7:00pm & 9:00pm

Looking for a not-so-romantic Valentine's Day? Check out the Comic Strip Live's witty tribute to the Hallmark holiday. Host Ray Ellin welcomes Pete Dominick, Mike Burton, Christian Finnegan, Steve White and more with their gut-wrenching punchlines.

Where: Comic Strip Live (1568 Second Avenue between 81st & 82nd Streets)
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Need more ideas? Check out Valentine's Day dinner for two at Yorkville Creperie, Southern Hospitality's love over BBQ dinner date, Saloon's Love Sucks party, and Stir's Wednesday wine party!

Events Roundup: February 4th-6th

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Happy hours, art exhibition openings, chili contests, and Super Bowl Sunday dominate this weekend on the UES! And don't forget to check out the full listing of neighborhood doings at uppereast.com!

Winter Happy Hour at Stir
Friday, February 4th from 5:00-8:00pm

Shut down the computer early today and head to Stir for happy hour. It's easy to warm up your weekend with their happy hour specials, which include $4 Bud/Bud Light bottles, $6 house wines, mixed well drinks, and Cosmos, PLUS $9 top-shelf martinis. It may be winter outside, but its nice and toasty at the neighborhood's favorite lounge!

Where: Stir (1363 First Avenue at 73rd Street)
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Opening Party / Private Viewing: The Great Upheaval
Friday, February 4th at 6:00pm

Spring has sprung at the Guggenheim! Celebrate the opening of their new spring exhibition, The Great Upheaval: Modern Art from the Guggenheim Collection, 1910–1918. The exhibition unites the Guggenheim Foundation’s remarkable collections in New York and Venice in order to trace the origins of the museum and capture the spirit and dynamism of the European avant-garde. And if you can't make it tonight, have no fear--you have all weekend and all spring to check it out!

Where: The Guggenheim (1071 Fifth Avenue between 88th & 89th Streets)
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Target Design Kids: Embroidered Paper Works for Tweens
Saturday, February 5th at 11:00am

Forget Saturday morning cartoons for the kiddos this weekend! Instead, they can create hand-embroidered greeting cards, bookmarks, and valentines while learning the techniques to embroider on paper. Led by designer and textile artist Barbara Knapp.

Where: Cooper Hewitt National Design Museum (2 East 91st Street between Madison & Fifth Avenues)
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Super Bowl Party at Session 73
Sunday, February 6th

What's a Super Bowl party without a chili contest? Don't find out the hard way by missing out on the annual crock pot festivities at Session 73 for Super Bowl Sunday. Oh, and did we mention a $30 open bar? Beer, wine, and house cocktails plus all the comfort foods of the Super Bowl that you can imagine.

Where: Session 73 (1359 First Avenue at 73rd Street)
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Super Bowl Sunday at Saloon
Sunday, February 6th

What's Super Bowl Sunday without a party at Saloon? Come cheer on your team (or just cheer on fellow drinkers) with unforgettable Sunday Funday specials including $5 bloody Marys, $12 pitchers, $15 buckets of beer, and $25 beer towers. We suggest you walk in knowing that you may need a little extra coffee come Monday morning.

Where: Saloon (1584 york Avenue between 83rd & 84th Streets)
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Events Roundup: January 28th-January 31st

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Wallpaper as art, the Lunar New Year, woman power, scarves, and Jewish NFL-ers. Welcome to the Upper East Side this weekend!

Vintage Wallpaper Décor with Carolle Thibaut-Pomerantz
Friday, January 28th at 7:00pm

Art isn't just all paintings and sculptures on the Upper East Side! Carolle Thibaut-Pomerantz, specialist in the field of vintage wallpaper panels, introduces her recent book, Wallpaper: A History of Style and Trends. Come hear about how these beautiful visuals can be integrated into today’s lifestyles and settings.

Where: French Institute/Alliance (22 East 60th Street between Park & Madison Avenues)
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Family Day: Moon Over Manhattan
Saturday, January 29th at 1:00pm

Happy Lunar New Year from the Asia Society! Come ring in the new year with the whole family with traditional Lion Dances, Kung Fu demonstrations, Peking operas, and crafts. An Asian-inspired celebration that you and your little ones won't want to miss!

Where: Asia Society (725 Park Avenue between 70th & 71st Street)
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Tragedies & Triumphs: Riots, Radical Women, and the "Radium Girls"
Saturday, January 29th at 2:00pm

The 96th Street NYPL presents an overview of the history of New York’s working women at the turn of the last century using newspaper accounts and photographs. The lecture explores everything from the Triangle Factory fire to women labor activists, Emma Goldman, and the kosher beef riots.

Where: 96th Street NYPL (112 East 96th Street between Park & Lexington Avenues)
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Nuno Felt Scarf Workshop
Sunday, January 30th at 11:00am

Come get crafty this Sunday at Loop of the Loom! Experience the magic of mother nature as you learn how to make a lightweight nuno felt scarf just in time for yet another snowstorm. The transformation of natural fibers is magical!

Where: Loop of the Loom (227 East 87th Street between Second & Third Avenues)
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How Does a Nice Jewish Boy End Up in the NFL?
Monday, January 31st at 8:00pm

Chabad of the Upper East Side's lecture series presents Alan Veingrad, former offensive lineman for the Super Bowl-bound Green Bay Packers. Come listen as he shares his story of being the only Jewish player on the Super Bowl XXVII World Champion Dallas Cowboy Team in 1992. With remarkable candor and alacrity, Alan keeps his audiences spellbound with his accounts of the intense training, ruthless competitive atmosphere, and performance requirements of professional football life.

Where: The Schneerson Center for Jewish Life (410 East 77th Street)
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Events Roundup: January 21st-23rd

2011-01-21T13:21:00.007-05:00

What do an Irish hoe-down, animal photo shoots, positive thinking, going green, and wooden music have in common? This weekend on the Upper East Side, of course!

Shilelagh Law at Saloon
Friday, January 21st at 9:00pm

Get ready for some bare-knuckle Irish jams this weekend at Saloon! Shilelagh Law embodies all that is New York Irish Music--old songs, new songs, jigs, reels, dancing, weeping, lots of laughter, plenty of drinks, and the inevitable visit to the local diner at 5 a.m. Come get down and Irish tonight!

Where: Saloon (1584 York Avenue between 83rd & 84th Streets)
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Wildlife Photography Class
Saturday, January 22nd at 9:00am

Catch Central Park Zoo's famous fleet of animals in action this weekend! The class, taught by resident wildlife photographer, Judith Wolfe, teaches how to apply knowledge of animal behavior to wildlife photography to get the perfect shot.

Where: Central Park Zoo (Fifth Avenue at 64th Street)
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Lecture: Happiness, Living an Optimistic Lifestyle
Saturday, January 22nd at 2:00pm

Got the winter blues? Or just looking to add a little positive light to your life? This unique workshop teaches new ways of thinking and behaving that will make your life happier like expressing gratitude, setting life goals, long term and short term happiness. Living positively is contagious!

Where: 96th Street New York Public Library (112 East 96th Street between Lexington & Park Avenues)
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Electronic Waste Recycling Event
Sunday, January 23rd at from 10:00am-4:00pm

It's not quite Earth Day yet, but that doesn't stop the Upper East Side from going green. The following items can be dropped off for free at this neighborhood recycling event: working and non-working computers, monitors, printers, scanners, keyboards, mice, cables, TV’s, VCR’s, DVD players, phones, audio/visual equipment, cell phones and PDA’s. Hit up your junk pile and clean in the name of green!

Where: Lenox Hill Neighborhood House (331 East 70th Street between First & Second Avenues)
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Bash the Trash Makes Music with Wood
Sunday, January 23rd at 3:00pm

Sunday Funday fun and laughs for the whole family! Celebrate Tu B'Shevat, the Jewish festival of trees, with your community and fellow neighbors as the 92nd Street Y explores the world of instruments made from wood.

Where: 92nd Street Y (1395 Lexington Avenue at 92nd Street)
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Events Roundup: January 14th-16th

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The Upper East Side goes classic this weekend with opera, ice cream, and art! Celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. weekend with these can't miss events in the 'hood...

The Mannes Opera Presents Sinners & Saints
Friday, January 14th & Saturday, January 15th at 7:30pm

There's no phantom in this FREE show presented by The Mannes Opera! Sinners & Saints hits Hunter College, showcasing excerpts from Floyd’s “Susannah,” Ward’s “The Crucible” and Menotti’s “The Saint of Bleecker Street.”

Where: Kaye Playhouse of Hunter College (695 Park Avenue between 68th & 69th Streets)
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16 Handles Grand Opening Celebration
Saturday, January 15th from 12:00-5:00pm

I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream! Come check out the Upper East Side's brand new frozen treat destination at their grand opening this Saturday. Sixteen flavors, thirty toppings, raffles, face painters, photo booths, and specials all day long!

Where: 16 Handles (1569 Second Avenue at 83rd Street)
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Fashion in Art
Saturday, January 15th at 11:15am

The Upper East Side is renowned for two things: museums and Madison Avenue shopping. This weekend The Met combines the two with a FREE gallery talk that offers insights into the landmarks of costume history and examines the different materials used across the ages. Saturday mornings don't get much better than that!

Where: The Metropolitan Museum of Art (1000 Fifth Avenue at 82nd Street)
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Winter Grape Festival
Saturday, January 15th at 3:00pm

There's nothing like a little vino to warm you up on a cold winter's day! Check out the Winter Grape Festival this weekend at Wine Castle. Featuring reds, whites, and sparklings from Argentina all the way to Australia, this FREE event is a can't miss if you're looking to become more worldly with your wine!

Where: Wine Castle (1650 Third Avenue between 92nd & 93rd Streets)
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Spirituals Sing!
Sunday, January 16th at 4:00pm

Pay tribute to Martin Luther King, Jr. this Sunday at Park Avenue Christian Church's annual community-bonding event by singing Spirituals written by Americans of all ethnic backgrounds. All are welcome!

Where: Park Avenue Christian Church (1010 Park Avenue between 84th & 85th Streets)
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Events Roundup: January 7th-10th

2011-01-07T13:23:00.006-05:00

Don't let anymore snowflakes stop you from having a blast this weekend on the Upper East Side! Check out the neighborhood's selected doings to take you all the way to Monday...

Illustrators 53 Opening Reception: Sequential/Series and Uncommissioned Exhibit
Friday, January 7th at 6:00pm

Start with art this weekend! The first of the three-part “Annual Exhibition: Illustrators 53,” the Sequential/Series and Uncommissioned Exhibit will feature works by leading contemporary illustrators worldwide, selected by a prestigious jury of professionals, which includes comic books, art journalism, graphic novels, pre-production art and animation.

Where: Society of Illustrators (128 East 63rd Street)
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Wild Women of Song:Great Gal Composers of the Jazz
Friday, January 7th at 10:30pm

Jazz up your Friday night at Feinstein's as Pamela Rose brings her hit multi-media jazz and blues concert to the Upper East Side! A great show for all ages and music lovers on this snowy winter's eve.

Where: Feinstein's at The Regency (540 Park Avenue at 61st Street)
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Moonlight Rides: Cycle Through the Park
Friday, January 7th at 10:00pm

Not quite the Winter X-Games, but tonight's moonlight ride through Central Park is the best snowy thrill one can get this weekend on the UES! Along the way check out the Bethesda Fountain, the Harlem Meer and more in a new light (or dark).

Where: Maine Monument of Central Park
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Eastside Westside Music Together Demo Class
Saturday, January 8th at 11:00am

Bring your little tots over to the Manhattan Church of Christ for a some musical therapy on this cold January Saturday. Forty-five minutes of music immersion will help you recognize and understand the milestones of your child’s musical journey. Come see what the buzz is about!

Where: Manhattan Church of Christ (48 East 80th Street)
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Pacific Northwest Ballet
Sunday, January 9th at 3:00pm & Monday, January 10th at 7:30pm

Art, jazz, and bikes not your thing? Check out the Pacific Northwest Ballet at The Guggenheim as dancers will perform excerpts from Peter Boal's new staging of Giselle prior to its June 2011 premiere. Bring on the ballet, s'il vous plait!

Where: The Guggenheim (1071 Fifth Avenue at 89th Street)
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New Year's Eve on the Upper East Side!

2010-12-28T18:55:00.006-05:00

Oh what a year its been! With 2010 quickly coming to an end, its time to make your New Year's Eve plans. Check out these happenin' doings going down Times-Square-ball-dropping style on the Upper East Side.

A Champagne New Year's Eve with Sharon Isbin
Don't drop the ball—ring in the New Year with one of the world's finest guitarists and toast 2011 with a little champagne and a lot of beautiful music. Renowned guitarist Sharon Isbin will play with special guest Mark O'Connor on violin. Tickets start at $55.

When: Friday, December 31st at 8:00pm
Where: 92nd Street Y (1395 Lexington Avenue at 92nd Street)
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Emerald Nuts Midnight Run
Looking for a non-alcoholic event? Check out the annual Emerald Nuts Midnight Run, complete with a fireworks and laser show and a parade filled with costumes and dancing!

When: Friday, December 31st at 10:00pm
Where: Central Park Bandshell (72nd Street & Fifth Avenue)
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Feinstein's at The Regency
Looking for a lounge to celebrate the New Year? Check out Feinstein's as they feature three shows to take you into 2011. Michael Feinstein & Barbara Cook New Years Eve 2010 go on at 7:00pm and 10:45pm and Vince Giordano and the Nighthawks showcase at 9:00pm.

When: Friday, December 31st starting at 7:00pm
Where: Feinstein's at The Regency (540 Park Avenue at 61st Street)
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Gael Pub
Ring in 2011 in traditional Irish style with the musical likings of The Cocky Sparrows at one of the neighborhoods favorite pubs! Their $55 open bar includes domestic & imported beer, well liquor with limited call brands, wine & soft drinks plus a champagne toast at midnight, hats, balloons, and party favors.

When: Friday, December 31st
Where: Gael Pub (1465 Third Avenue at 83rd Street)
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Saloon
5-4-3-2-2011! Come ring in the New Year at the neighborhood's favorite spot for dancing and drinking. For just $95* you can enjoy a top shelf open bar from 9:00pm-2:00am, buffet, champagne toast, and the whole nine yards of ball dropping and counting down!
*Email sexandtheuppereastside@gmail.com and mention uppereast.com for discounted rates.

When: Friday, December 31st at 9:00pm
Where: Saloon (1584 York Avenue between 83rd & 84th Streets)
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Stir
Ring in 2011 at the best lounge in New York City. Whether you are looking for a romantic dinner for two, an amazing night out with a group of friends, or special VIP treatment Stir has a package for you!

When: Friday, December 31st
Where: Stir (1363 First Avenue at 73rd Street)
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The East End
Celebrate New Year's Eve in style at The East End. Their $90 package includes a top shelf open bar from 9:00pm-2:00am, a full dinner buffet, champagne toast at midnight, and party favors with a live feed of the Times Square ball drop and a DJ spinning all the way into 2011.

When: Friday, December 31st at 9:00pm
Where: The East End (1664 First Avenue between 86th & 87th Streets)
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Want even more options? Check out our calendar on uppereast.com!

Christmas is Coming on the Upper East Side!

2010-12-17T12:26:00.006-05:00

The Upper East Side is in full holiday mode with these weekend events that will no doubt spread the Christmas cheer from East End Avenue all the way to Central Park!

Green Day's American Idiot Yoga Class
Saturday, December 18th at 1:30pm

Who knew you could be charitable while rocking out and ohm-ing all at the same time?! Pure Yoga East makes it all possible this Saturday with their American Idiot-themed charity class where 100% of the proceeds go to Broadway Cares.

Where: Pure Yoga East (203 East 86th Street at Third Avenue)
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DIY Holiday Decorations
Saturday, December 18th at 3:00pm

It's not too late to decorate! Stop by Webster Library's Do-It-Yourself workshop and learn how to make holiday crafts to brighten and warm your home, from shimmering wreaths made of dry cleaning bags to snowflakes and bows!

Where: Webster Library (1465 York Avenue at 78th Street)
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Salsa Winter Fest
Saturday, December 18th at 8:00pm

Warm up a cold winter's night with a little salsa action! Your Saturday night will be sure to simmer with this dance party at the 92nd Street Y. Salsa master Jose Rosario leads this sassy Saturday night of Latin dancing with salsas, merengues, rumbas, cha-chas and bachatas.

Where: 92nd Street Y (1395 Lexington Avenue at 92nd Street)
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Orchestra of St. Luke's: The Christmas Oratorio
Sunday, December 19th at 3:00pm

Get in the Christmas spirit with a performance of Bach's Christmas Oratorio, a monumental composition celebrating the holiday. Filled with amazing orchestral colors, riveting arias and beloved chorales, its a holiday celebration guaranteed to warm the soul.

Where: Park Avenue Christian Church (1010 Park Avenue at 85th Street)
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John Proulx Trio: "Remembering Nat King Cole"
Sunday, December 19th at 8:30pm

Not in the mood for holiday music? Have no fear, the John Proulx Trio is here to celebrate the musical genius of Nat King Cole with classics including It's Only a Paper Moon", "Sweet Lorraine", "Frim Fram Sauce", "Nature Boy", and "Route 66". This performance will no doubt make for an unforgettably cozy Sunday night!

Where: Feinstein's at The Loews Regency (540 Park Avenue at 61st Street)
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Events Roundup: December 9th-12th

2010-12-08T19:27:00.004-05:00

'Tis the season to be jolly on the Upper East Side! Check out these fun-filled holiday can't-miss activities taking place in the 'hood this weekend...

A Christmas Carol
Thursday, December 9th at 4:00pm

The Hampstead Stage Company presents A Christmas Carol, a holiday classic for all ages. Watch the live performance of this timeless tale as the old miser, Ebenezer Scrooge, and his clerk, Bob Cratchit, experience the spirits of the season and Scrooge learns the true meaning of Christmas.

Where: 96th Street NYPL (112 East 96th Street between Lexington & Park Avenues)
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Wine & Cheese Pairing Workshop
Thursday, December 9th at 7:00pm

Getting ready to host a holiday party? Or just have an affinity for wine and cheese? Then this workshop is just for you! Stop by the 92nd Street Y to taste an assortment of wines from around the world and pair each with a variety of cheeses while developing a new understanding of food and wine matching.

Where: 92nd Street Y (1395 Lexington Avenue at 92nd Street)
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French Cookin' Blues Christmas Fundraiser for City Harvest
Thursday, December 9th from 8:00pm-12:00am

What do blues and canned food have in common? The City Harvest fundraiser at Session 73! Instead of cash for a cover charge, bring a canned good and jam your way into the weekend with live blues.

Where: Session 73 (1359 First Avenue at 73rd Street)
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Candlelight Tour
Friday, December 10th & Saturday, December 11th (various times)

Spend your weekend night with a throwback to the 1830's. Friday night showcases live seasonal music on period instruments and Saturday features how 19th-century holiday helpers prepared for their celebrations in the kitchen. All tours led by candlelight to make for a cozy winter night!

Where: Mount Vernon Hotel Museum & Garden (421 East 61st Street between First & York Avenues)
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If U Want Me, U Can Have Me, Right NOW!
Sunday, December 11th at 2:00pm

Sick of Sunday night sitcoms? Stop by the Lenox Hill Neighborhood House as Elizabeth Rose presents an unforgettable one-woman musical comedy about the life of a performing songwriter.

Where: Lenox Hill Neighborhood House (331 East 70th Street between First & Second Avenues)
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Events Roundup: December 3rd-5th

2010-12-02T17:33:00.009-05:00

Oh, baby it's cold outside on the Upper East Side! But have no fear, as holiday season is officially here. No other neighborhood can beat these events featuring a zoo party, champagne, gingerbread houses, a tree lighting, and more!

Winterfest at the Central Park Zoo
Friday, December 3rd & Saturday, December 4th from 2:00-6:30pm

The holiday season is upon us! Come celebrate the first annual Winterfest at Central Park Zoo. The event will be jam packed with arts & crafts activities, animal enrichments and demonstrations as well as holiday lights and decorations strung throughout the zoo grounds.

Central Park Zoo (64th Street at Fifth Avenue)
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Wine Tasting Workshop: Champagnes, White Wines, and Crémants
Friday, December 3rd at 5:30pm

At this unique workshop, learn the subtleties between Champagnes, White Wines, and Crémants, as well as how white wines are produced, the different varieties, and the top makers within the industry. Bottoms up!

Where: French Institute/Alliance (22 East 60th Street at Madison Avenue)
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Gingerbread House Showdown
Saturday, December 4th at 1:00pm

Stop by Bloomingdale's to witness the biggest showdown going down on the Upper East Side this weekend! Executive Pastry Chef Pierre Poulin of Le Cirque and Jennifer Bunce, head chef of the Hudson Cakery will compete for gingerbread victory by building amazing edible masterpieces. Each chef will have 90 minutes to build their dream houses.

Where: Bloomingdale's 59th Street (1000 Third Avenue at 59th Street)
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Salon/Sanctuary's "I Were"
Saturday, December 4th at 8:00pm

"I Were" explores human expression as conceived in baroque terms by incorporating music, dance, and spoken text. The evening of baroque delicacies and contemporary works asks three questions: how can we communicate our deepest hollows?; how can we start a conversation between the internal and the external?; and how can we make pain beautiful?

Where: The Abigail Adams Smith Auditorium (417 East 61st Street between York & First Avenues)
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Annual Tree Lighting
Sunday, December 5th at 7:00pm

Join your fellow Upper East Side neighbors for the annual tree lighting at Carl Schurz Park. Bundle up, grab your friends and family, and head to the park to welcome the holiday season to the neighborhood!

Where: Carl Schurz Park (86th Street and East End Avenue)
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Events Roundup: Thanksgiving Weekend on the UES

2010-11-25T15:47:00.004-05:00

The fun continues post-Turkey Day comas! Check out these Thanksgiving weekend events on the Upper East Side...

Session 73's Post-Thanksgiving Happy Hour
Friday, November 26th from 5:00-8:00pm

Keep the Thanksgiving party going with happy hour at Session 73 this Friday night. With $3 domestic beers, half-priced wines, and $5 cocktails, even a full belly can't say no! Stick around after happy hour for all your favorite covers from the band Garden State Radio at 10:30pm.

Where: Session 73 (1359 First Avenue at 73rd Street)
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Paula West in Feinstein's at Loews Regency Night Club
Friday, November 26th & Saturday, November 27th at 8:00pm & 10:30pm

Feinstein's brings the Upper East Side the Great American Songbook as presented by the sultry and soulful Paula West. Known and respected for her creative and distinct repertoire, West has captured the hearts of critics and audiences alike from coast to coast. Come hear her live this holiday weekend!

Where: Feinstein's at Loews Regency Night Club (540 Park Avenue at 61st Street)
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Film: The Exterminating Angel
Saturday, November 27th at 2:00pm

Still digesting? Check out the 96th Street NYPL's latest film this Saturday afternoon. The Exterminating Angel examines that society, when placed in certain test conditions, can break down from its internal contradictions and falsities.

Where: 96th Street NYPL (112 East 96th Street at Lexington Avenue)
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Om for the Holidays
Sunday, November 28th at 11:30am

Start the holidays off right with a little Om at Pure East. Get ready to tackle the holiday season with a regime built to help you relieve stress and find joy during one of the busiest times of year!

Where: Pure East (203 East 86th at Third Avenue)
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November Photography Hike in Central Park
Sunday, November 28th at 2:30pm

Capture your holiday weekend and the beauty of Central Park in autumn with a photography hike this Sunday afternoon. As the leaves turn and animals prepare to hibernate for winter, its the perfect time to snap a few photos for holiday cards and memories.

Where: Central Park (meet at 72nd Street)
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Events Roundup: November 19th-21st

2010-11-19T13:42:00.006-05:00

Magical makeup, National Lampoon, UFC fighting, Turkey Day stories, and singles this weekend on the Upper East Side! Check out the weekend's selected events for the neighborhood...

NARS Holiday Makeup Event
Friday, November 19th & Saturday, November 20th from 11:00am-7:00pm

Come get pretty this weekend! The talented NARS National Makeup Artists will be offering in-store makeovers and tips with the newest collection for the holidays. On Saturday, November 20th, NARS celebrity Makeup Artist Lena Koro will be making a personal appearance, giving guests application tips and speaking to the season's hottest trends.

Where: Barneys New York (660 Madison Avenue at 61st Street)
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Drunk Stoned Brilliant Dead: Or, Another Evening at the Society of Illustrators
Friday, November 19th at 6:30pm

From its first issue in April 1970, National Lampoon blazed like a comet across the American psyche. Come hear charter members and renowned cartoonists of the Lampoon crew speak at Society of Illustrators for an in-dept perspective on the loved and adored National Lampoon institution.

Where: Society of Illustrators (128 East 63rd Street between Lexington & Park Avenues)
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Turkey Stories & Crafts
Saturday, November 20th at 2:00pm

Gobble your way to Turkey Day at Webster Library this Saturday afternoon! Featuring story time with Thanksgiving-themed books followed by arts & crafts time, it's a weekend event your kiddos won't want to miss out on.

Where: Webster Library (1465 York Avenue at 78th Street)
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UFC123 at Bounce
Saturday, November 20th at 10:00pm

Grab your friends and fellow fight lovers and head to the neighborhood's favorite sports bar! Grab a beer tower and gather 'round as Rampage takes on Machida for the UFC Championship.

Where: Bounce (1403 Second Avenue at 73rd Street)
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Singles Networking Workshop
Sunday, November 21st at 4:00pm

Spend your Sunday afternoon talking shop and swapping cards with other career-focused singles. 92nd Street Y's resident mingling maven will facilitate the discussion over refreshments. A great opportunity to expand your network of other Upper East Siders who are flying solo in the neighborhood.

Where: 92nd Street Y (1395 Lexington Avenue at 92nd Street)
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Events Roundup: Friday, November 12th-Sunday, November 14th

2010-11-11T14:33:00.005-05:00

Mariachis, tropical birds, the jitterbug, and more this weekend on the Upper East Side. Check out the lively weekend going down in the 'hood!

Mariachi Los Camperos de Nati Cano at The Met
Friday, November 12th at 7:00pm

Celebrate the bicentennial anniversary of The Met's Viva Mexico cultural program. Mariachi Los Camperos de Nati Cano will perform crowd favorites including "La Bamba" and "Ave Maria" as attendees enjoy food, wine, and the museum's art in the background.

Where: The Metropolitan Museum of Art (1000 Fifth Avenue at 82nd Street)
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Breakfast with the Birds
Saturday, November 13th at 8:00am

Soak up autumn in true Central Park Zoo style over Breakfast with the Birds. Sue Cardillo, Assistant Curator of Animals, will discuss the zoo's bird diversity as you help feed the birds their morning meal in the tropic zone. A great Saturday morning activity for kids and animal lovers alike!

Where: Central Park Zoo (Fifth Avenue at 64th Street)
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Max Cure Foundation's Be Brave Adventures
Saturday, November 13th at 10:00am

Gather your little tykes and get to giving this weekend. The Max Cure Foundation presents Unplugged on a Rug at Kidville this Saturday to raise funds for its cellular research lab at Memorial Sloan Kettering. Storytime for a cure!

Where: Kidville (163 East 84th Street between Third & Lexington Avenues)
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Saturday Night Swing Dance
Saturday, November 13th at 8:00pm

The Upper East Side is swingin' this Saturday Night at the 92nd Street Y! NYC swing extraordinaire Myrna Caceres will teach you how to jitterbug and lindyhop all night long in between special guest performances and live music of the '30's, '40's and '50's.

Where: 92nd Street Y (1395 Lexington Avenue at 92nd Street)
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Vertical Opera: An Unrealized Project
Sunday, November 14th at 7:30pm

Spend your Sunday evening with a little opera and art! Ilya Kabakov, one of Russia's most influential 20th century artists, has teamed up with his wife Emily for a unique artistic collaboration specifically designed for The Guggenheim's rotunda space.

Where: The Guggenheim (1071 Fifth Avenue at 89th Street)
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Events Roundup: November 5th-8th

2010-11-04T16:09:00.007-04:00

Happy Marathon Sunday weekend from uppereast.com! This year there are tons of great drink specials and bar events for one of New York's most legendary days of the year, plus a few other can't-miss events along the way!

Spanish Night at The Frick
Friday, November 5th at 6:00pm

In honor of The Frick's latest exhibitions centered on Spanish art, the museum is hosting Spanish Night, a free after-hours event open to the public. Meet the museum's curators, hear exhibition talks in both English and Spanish, and listen to live Spanish guitar music in the garden. Ole!

Where: The Frick (1 East 70th Street at Fifth Avenue)
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East End Bar & Grill's Three Year Anniversary Party
Friday, November 5th at 10:00pm

Come help one of the neighborhood's favorite bars celebrate their three year anniversary this weekend. With giveaways from Jagermeister, Jameson, and Coors Light plus a live DJ and a non-stop party all night, its one birthday party you don't want to miss out on!

Where: East End Bar & Grill (1664 First Avenue between 86th & 87th Streets)
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Marathon Sunday at Saloon
Sunday, November 7th from 12:00pm-close

Known for its annual Marathon Sunday killer party, Saloon is taking Sunday Funday to a whole new level this year. Drink specials include $4 Bud/Bud Light drafts, $4 Bud/Bud Light bottles, and $12 pitchers all day.

Where: Saloon (1584 York Avenue between 83rd & 84th Streets)
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Stir's Annual Marathon Sunday Party
Sunday, November 7th from 1:00pm-close

Right along the marathon's route, Stir is the perfect watering hole! Mimosas, bloody marys, beer, and food to last the race's supporters all Sunday long. Need we say more?

Where: Stir (1363 First Avenue at 73rd Street)
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Marathon Sunday Funday at Tin Lizzie
Sunday, November 7th from 12:00pm-close

Known as one of the best Sunday Funday spots in town, Tin Lizzie's is ready to take on Marathon Sunday with live music by Matt Strief, a live DJ, NFL football, and drinking games all day long. Drink specials include $3 Bud/Bud Light drafts, $4 mimosas, and $4 bloody marys.

Where: Tin Lizzie (1647 Second Avenue between 85th & 86th Streets)
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Book Signing: Habit of a Foreign Sky by Xu Xi
Monday, October 8th at 6:30pm

If you didn't pack in enough fun on the weekend, spend Monday evening at the Asia Society for a book signing with award winning author Xu Xi. Habit of a Foreign Sky focuses on Gail, a mixed-race, single mother who loses her only child and her mother in the span of two years as her life rapidly goes into free fall.

Where: Asia Society (725 Park Avenue at 70th Street)
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Happy Halloween from the Upper East Side!

2010-10-27T14:00:00.005-04:00

It's Halloween weekend on the Upper East Side. Check out the spooky doings going on in the neighborhood for endless trick-or-treat fun all weekend long!

Opening Houdini: Art & Magic
Friday, October 29th from 11:00am-5:45pm

Start of your Halloween weekend with the opening of the Jewish Museum's Harry Houdini exhibition. Unique period posters, theater ephemera, and historic photographs illustrate how Houdini captivated the world with his unusual and amazing feats of magic.

Where: The Jewish Museum (1109 Fifth Avenue at 92nd Street)
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Victorian Halloween Magic-Lantern Show
Friday, October 29th at 6:30pm & 8:00pm

Mount Vernon Hotel Museum & Garden presents a spook-tacular visual presentation circa the 1890's with stories from The Raven to animated comedy to period songs that come to life on-screen with a live singer/pianist. A one of a kind Halloween show for the whole family to enjoy!

Where: Mount Vernon Hotel Museum & Garden (421 East 61st Street between York & First Avenues)
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Lady Gaga's Monster's Ball
Friday, October 29th at 10:00pm

Throw on your fishnets, highest heels, and leave your head and your heart on the dance floor at this crazy party! Rock your best Gaga or Little Monster costume and win ticket's to The Lady's next concert. "Alejandro" tequila and non-stop Gaga hits all night long. All Poker Faces welcome and groups of five or more ladies get in free!

Where: Saloon (1584 York Avenue between 83rd & 84th Streets)
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Hound-o-ween Party
Saturday, October 30th at 1:00pm

Calling all trick-or-treating pooches! Stop by this neighborhood pet party for a costume contest, raffles, doggie bags, and more. All proceeds from this animal-loving event go to Rescuzilla Animal Rescue of NYC.

Where: Petco (147 East 86th Street at Lexington Avenue)
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Halloween Costume Party at Stir
Saturday, October 30th from 8:00-11:00pm

Come see what spooky stuff is Stir-ing at the annual costume party. Prizes for scariest, sexiest, and craziest costumes. Sip on festive martinis and beers and $3 pumpkin spice shots all night long at the neighborhood's hottest lounge.

Where: Stir (1363 First Avenue at 73rd Street)
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Dylan Murphy's Halloween Bash
Saturday, October 31st at 9:00pm

Come join in on the fun with DJ Fonzy on the decks all night at the 'hood's favorite local pub. With a costume contest at midnight ($200 bar tab for the winner and $100 bar tab for the runner up), everyone is going home scared stiff this Saturday night!

Where: Dylan Murphy's (1353 Third Avenue at 82nd Street)
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Events Roundup: October 23rd-26th

2010-10-22T13:33:00.005-04:00

Happy TGIF from the Upper East Side! Check out this week's selected events to take you through the weekend and all the way to Halloween!

The New York Junior League 16th Annual Fall House Tour
Saturday, October 23rd from 10:00am-6:00pm

Spend your Saturday on a self-guided tour of Manhattan's most stylish homes on the NYJL's 16th Annual Fall House Tour. It's a unique opportunity to see both historical and contemporary homes that are not normally open to the public--as well as a chance to support the one of the neighborhood's most stand-up volunteer and community-building organizations.

Where: New York Junior League Headquarters (130 East 80th Street)
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Neighborhood Rally to Protest Second Avenue Subway Construction
Sunday, October 24th at 1:30pm

Concerned about the effects that the Second Avenue subway construction is having on local business and the neighborhood? Join the community rally this Sunday afternoon to voice your opinions and concerns regarding everything from sanitary conditions, improving crosswalks, taxes, and more. Civil rights attorney Norman Siegal will be the guest speaker at this event.

Where: 91st Street between Second & Third Avenues
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Pose for Pink
Sunday, October 24th at 2:00pm

Come pose for a cause this Sunday afternoon! In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month, Pure Yoga and Zobha invite you to a special open-level class to benefit the Libby Ross Breast Cancer Foundation Pose for Pink Yoga Program. All attendees will receive a limited edition Zobha Breast Cancer tank.

Where: Pure Yoga (203 East 86th Street between Second & Third Avenues
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A Night on the Town with The Rat Pack
Monday, October 25th at 8:30pm

You don't have to go to Vegas with this crew on the Upper East Side! With Frank, Sammy, Dean and special guest Marilyn, the Rat Pack of Feinstein's brings you a very musical Monday that will have you snapping your fingers all the way to Friday.

Where: Feinstein's the The Regency Hotel (540 Park Avenue at 61st Street)
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The Green Ball
Tuesday, October 26th at 7:00pm

Celebrate Halloween with a black-tie gala this year as the spirit of Halloween comes to life in Central Park at this annual event. This non-traditional spooky celebration features over-the-top costumes, spooky décor, dancing and more!

Where: Central Park's Rumsey Playfield
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Events Roundup: October 14th-19th

2010-10-13T18:06:00.016-04:00

Acoustic cover bands, breast cancer awareness, Halloween happenings, and more this weekend on the Upper East Side!

Run For Cover at Rathbones
Thursday, October 14th at 8:00pm

Come satisfy your "the-weekend-can't-come-soon-enough" need for a beer with some cover band cheer at Rathbones this Thursday night. Cheap drinks, the baseball play-off games, and all the acoustic song requests an Upper East Sider could ask for!

Where: Rathbones (1702 Second Avenue at 88th Street)
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Jack-O-Lantern Storytime
Friday, October 15th at 10:30am

Get your little ghouls and goblins ready for Halloween with Mount Vernon Hotel Museum & Garden's monthly storytime. With stories about pumpkins and jack-o-lanterns and a tour of the museum's kitchen to view the pie-making display, this is one Hallo-wonderful bash your little ones won't want to miss!

Where: Mount Vernon Hotel Museum & Garden (421 East 61st Street between First & York Avenues)
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NYJL Hollywood Homecoming
Friday, October 15th at 8:00pm

Lights, camera, action! Hollywood meets the Upper East Side at this red carpet fundraiser with themed cocktails, music, hors d'oeuvres, and just plain fabulous fun. All proceeds help to raise funds and assist the charitable activities for the New York Junior League.

Where: New York Junior League Headquarters (130 East 80th Street between Lexington & Park Avenues)
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Passionately Pink
Saturday, October 16th at 9:30am

In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month, Big City Moms is collaborating with NYC Pilates, Alana Reed Pilates, and Movin' Mamas to help raise awareness and money with pre-natal pilates, stroller classes, and mommy boot camp. It's never too late to find a cure!

Where: Bethesda Fountain of Central Park (mid-park at 72nd Street)
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80's Music Tuesdays
Tuesday, October 19th from 5:00-11:00pm

Cyndi Lauper isn't the only girl who just wants to have fun after a manic Monday. Check out Stir's '80's happy hour every Tuesday for a little extra boost to whip it, whip it good all the way to next weekend.

Where: Stir (1363 First Avenue at 73rd Street)
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Friday, October 8th-Monday, October 11th

2010-10-08T10:36:00.005-04:00

Happy Columbus Day weekend from the Upper East Side! Check out these holiday weekend 'hood happenings...

Gumby Live at Session 73
Friday, October 9th at 11:00pm

After your Thank Goodness It's Friday happy hour head to the UES's favorite venue for live music to hear Gumby, a trio of musical messiahs playing your favorite covers from classic rock to current pop.

Where: Session 73 (1359 First Avenue at 73rd Street)
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CineKids: T'Choupi Le Film
Saturday, October 10th at 3:30pm

Gather the little ones for some Saturday afternoon cinematic fun with the animated French film T'Choupi. After the film, children will have the opportunity to mix and mingle over an arts and crafts session inspired by the characters and adventures of the film.

Where: Tinker Auditorium of French Institute/Alliance Francaise (55 East 59th Street)
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The Secret Song II: Digital Workshop with DJ Spooky
Sunday, October 10th at 2:30pm

In conjunction with The Guggenheim's Coup de Foudre contemporary art/performance collaboration, DJ Spooky leads a workshop on creating compositional mixes using sampling and sound effects while exploring the possibilities of mixing medias to create mobile art and music anytime, anywhere.

Where: The Guggenheim (1071 Fifth Avenue at 89th Street)
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Columbus Day Karaoke Party
Sunday, October 10th at 9:00pm

After the Sunday Funday festivities of brunch and football, Starlight Karaoke is invading The East End Bar & Grill! Sing your heart out to your favorite tunes in tribute to Chris Columbus over $3 Coors Light pints and $4 mixed well drinks.

Where: East End Bar & Grill (1664 First Avenue between 86th & 87th Streets)
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Shifting Crossroads: Feminism, Art, Modernity, and Difference
Monday, October 11th at 11:30am

On your holiday off, head to The Jewish Museum for a lecture from art history professor Dr. Nanette Salomon that addresses the changing issues and social stereotypes of art and gender from the Renaissance to modern day.

Where: The Jewish Museum (1109 Fifth Avenue at 92nd Street)
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Events Roundup: October 1st-5th

2010-10-01T01:52:00.005-04:00

Happy October, Upper East Siders! Get your fall started off with MTV reality star LC, afternoon art, cabaret, and surviving the wilderness of Central Park. Here's what's good in the 'hood this week...

Advanced Fashion Drawing: Lifestyle Illustration
Friday, October 1st at 6:30pm

Try happy hour in an art studio rather than your usual TGIF bar! Bil Donovan presents his book on illustrating fashion and lifestyle drawing with a commercial approach. Grab your sketchbooks and head to Society of Illustrators for an artistic twist on your Friday night.

Where: Society of Illustrators (128 East 63rd Street between Lexington & Park Avenues)
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Cabaret Performance by Patricia Racette
Friday, October 1st at 7:00pm

International cabaret star Patricia Racette, known for her renowned soprano voice, returns to Neue Galerie's Cafe Sabarsky for an unforgettable performance celebrating American composers.

Where: Cafe Sabarsky of Neue Galerie (1048 Fifth Avenue at 86th Street)
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Survive Central Park
Sunday, October 3rd at 1:00pm

See Central Park like you never have before! Get off the beaten path of bikers, bladers, and runners and head deep into the park's wilderness to learn about survival skills in an uknown environment. Hosted by the 92nd Street Y, learn how to safely eat and drink in the wild, as well as make shelter and fire.

Where: Central Park (Meet at 92nd Street Y)
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Self-Expression in Art: A Hands-on Workshop for Older Adults
Monday, October 4th at 1:00pm

Artist Sabra Friedman pairs with the 67th Street NYPL for the launch of an innovative eight-week workshop in visual arts geared towards older adults. Using different mediums, including collage, charcoal, pencil, and ink, students have the opportunity to spend their Monday afternoons in a new, inspiring light.

Where: 67th Street New York Public Library (328 East 67th Street at Second Avenue)
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Lauren Conrad: Sugar and Spice
Tuesday, October 5th at 4:30pm

The Hills celebutante Lauren Conrad is hitting the UES to promote her latest books Sugar and Spice and the Lauren Conrad Style Guide. The reality TV star will touch on her career as an MTV hottie turned author and fashion designer. Come get your copy signed!

Where: Barnes & Noble (150 East 86th Street between Third & Lexington Avenues)
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Events Roundup: September 23rd-29th

2010-09-22T21:12:00.006-04:00

Birthday parties, fitness frenzies, bingo with a twist--the Upper East Side is spicing things up this fall! Check out what's good in the 'hood with these "gotta go" events to take you through the weekend and into next week...

Equinox's 19th Birthday Party
Thursday, September 23rd from 6:00-9:00pm

Equinox is turning the big 1-9 and its time to celebrate nearly two decades of health and fitness in the heart of the Upper East Side. With food, cocktails, complimentary massages, and group fitness classes, its a birthday party with a cardiac workout twist! And if you're interested in extending the birthday party into a membership, the initiation fee is just $19. Don't forget to mention uppereast.com to get additional discounts!

Where: Equinox (203 East 85th Street at Third Avenue)
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Arts at the Park: Blood Rose
Friday, September 24th at 8:00pm

Spend your Friday evening at the opera with this chilling interpretation of Beauty & the Beast at Park Avenue Christian Church. This isn't your typical Upper East Side fairy tale, as this version explores the concepts of violation, loss, revenge, and identity.

Where: Park Avenue Christian Church (1010 Park Avenue at 85th Street)
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Shut Up & Dance
Saturday, September 25th at 7:00pm

Whether you're single and looking to mingle or just looking bust some moves with your friends, stop by the neighborhood's Saturday night hot spot for a chance let loose with a live DJ and an open dance floor!

92nd Street Y (1395 Lexington Avenue at 92nd Street)
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Free Seniors Fitness Classes at Carl Schurz Park
Monday, September 27th at 9:00am

Calling all seniors looking to get up, out, and active! Head to Carl Schurz Park for free fitness classes sponsored by the City Parks Foundation. With both walking and yoga classes, seniors have an opportunity to get fit, have fun, and get some fresh air this fall.

Where: Carl Schurz Park (East End at 86th Street)
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Malkin Lecture Series: Appetite City
Tuesday, September 28th at 6:00pm

New York City is known for its rich culinary history. Join food aficionado William Grimes to learn about the city's food history, from oyster bars and chophouses, to celebrity chefs and the social rituals of dining out.

Where: Park Avenue Armory (643 Park Avenue at 67th Street)
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Down & Dirty Bingo
Wednesday, September 29th at 8:00pm

This isn't the kind of bingo Gram and Gramps are playing down at the senior center! Saloon's whimsical version of the game involves dirty talk, drinks, prizes, and even a few naughty surprises. This is one bingo experience you'll never forget--and it will have you coming back for more every week!

Where: Saloon (1584 York Avenue between 83rd & 84th Streets)
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Events Roundup: September 17th-20th

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Happy fall from uppereast.com! Check out what's good in the 'hood this weekend...

Back to School Party
Friday, September 17th at 3:30pm

Friday fun for everyone at New York Kids Club! It's an after-school, back-to-school party to get your kiddos' weekends off to a great start. While your kids play in the gym, jam out to music by Mark Messer, and chow down on pizza, parents will have the opportunity to meet each other and discuss the upcoming school year over adult snacks and beverages.

Where: New York Kids Club (219 East 67th Street between Second & Third Avenues)
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LGBT Ladies Night at Leo Bar
Friday, September 17th at 6:00pm

Mix and mingle with fellow LGBT singles at the Asia Society's Leo Bar this Friday night. Free exhibition tours and the opportunity to meet new and intriguing people over lychee martinis and art makes for a great mix of people, cocktails, and culture!

Where: Leo Bar at Asia Society (725 Park Avenue at 70th Street)
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Ayurveda: The Art of Being
Saturday, September 18th at 2:00pm

Catch a cultural flick this Saturday afternoon at the 96th Street Library. Ayurveda: The Art of Being looks at the oldest holistic medical system of the world that has only recently gained notability in the West.

Where: 96th Street New York Public Library (112 East 96th Street between Lexington & Park Avenues)
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Cuts for a Cure
Sunday, September 19th from 10:00am-3:00pm

Get a trim and get charitable! September is Pediatric Cancer Awareness month and Eddie's Haircut & Shave is donating all proceeds to Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center this Sunday to help raise funds for cancer research. Give up a few locks and a few dollars for a great cause!

Where: Eddies Haircut & Shave (359 East 68th Street between First & Second Avenues)
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MAA: A Ballet by Kaija Saariaho
Monday, September 20th at 7:30pm

Don't spend another Monday night watching Gossip Girl re-runs! Kaija Saariaho presents excerpts from his provocative, evocative ballet MAA prior to its official U.S. debut at The Guggenheim.

Where: The Guggenheim (1071 Fifth Avenue at 88th Street)
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Events Roundup: September 10th-12th

2010-09-09T10:36:00.008-04:00

Fall has officially hit the Upper East Side with back-to-school, NFL Football, Fashion Week, and more! Check out this week's can't miss events...

Blow Up Exhibition Opening Reception
Friday, September 10th at 6:30pm

Society of Illustrators bring us three very unique artists from Canada, Israel, and Japan in this fall's new exhibit Blow Up. The artists' backgrounds meet at an American crossroad with interpretations through broken narratives, mythologies, and identities that make for a melting pot of contemporary image making.

Where: Society of Illustrators (128 East 63rd Street at Lexington Avenue)
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Fashion's Night Out at Barneys: Sue Devitt
Friday, September 10th at 7:00pm

Happy Fashion Week from Barneys! Beauty guru Sue Devitt makes a personal appearance at The Foundation to discuss this fall's hottest looks and ultimate beauty must-haves, and how to take them from the runway to the sidewalks of New York.

Where: Barneys New York (660 Madison Avenue at 61st Street)
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Ryoji Ikeda: Datamatics
Saturday, September 11th at 8:00pm

Clubbing takes a new twist on the UES with this one of a kind audio-visual concert experience at the French Institute/Alliance. Immerse yourself in this computer-generated black and white imagery as Ikeda "spins" a new kind of art.

Where: French Institute/Alliance (22 East 60th Street between Park & Madison Avenues)
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Sunday Football Funday at Tin Lizzie
Sunday, September 12th at 12:00pm

Come watch the New York Giants home opener in true Funday-style at Tin Lizzie this Sunday. Free wings and nachos, Wi-fi for Fantasy fanatics, beer pong, flip cup, and drink specials on rafts, pitchers, buckets, bombs, beer towers, and more. And don't forget your cab receipt--present it to the bartender for a free domestic draft. Go G-Men!

Where: Tin Lizzie (1647 Second Avenue between 85th & 86th Streets)
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Back-to-School Brain Balancing Yoga
Sunday, September 12th at 1:00pm

Start the school year off right with this family class from Pure Yoga. Through yoga poses, games, and relaxation techniques, whether a student or a parent, you will learn how to connect with your agility, strength, and concentration to get both your mind and body ready for the school year to come.

Where: Pure Yoga (203 East 86th Street between Second & Third Avenues)
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Labor Day Weekend on the UES

2010-09-03T11:57:00.003-04:00

The last weekend of summer is upon us and even Hurricane Earl can't stop these fun festivities going down in the 'hood this weekend!

College Football at Saloon
Saturday, September 4th at 12:00pm

College football season is finally here! Come kick-off the Saturday tradition at Saloon as FSU takes on Samford with $15 domestic buckets, $6 Seminole bombs, and $3 Garnet & Gold shots on their 82" projector screen. Rah rah sis boom beer!

Where: Saloon (1584 York Avenue between 83rd & 84th Streets)
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Gallery Talk: Tutankhamun's Funeral
Saturday, September 4th at 7:00pm

Get your weekend art fix at The Met with a gallery talk on Tutankhamun's funeral. The discussion of the exhibition explores the ritual objects and embalming materials used for the boy-king's burial. A historical, artistic, and educational afternoon for all ages!

Where: The Metropolitan Museum of Art (1000 Fifth Avenue at 82nd Street)
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Cocky Sparrows at American Trash
Saturday, September 4th at 10:00pm

Stop by the neighborhood's favorite dive bar for the 1990's-inspired rock 'n roll likings of the Cocky Sparrows. Nothing beats a Saturday night of Def Leopard covers, photo booth sessions, and a hot game of foosball!

Where: American Trash (1471 First Avenue at 77th Street)
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Sunday Funday at The Bullpen
Sunday, September 5th from 12:00pm-4:00pm

Happy Labor Day from The Bullpen! Recover from your Saturday night festivities with $10 Mimosa pitchers (aka "no shame" cocktails), $5 pickled Marys, and the best pile of nachos this side of the East River. One game of flip cup or beer pong and you're back in the game!

Where: The Bullpen (1678 First Avenue between 87th & 88th Streets)
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New York SAORI-kai
Sunday, September 5th at 1:00pm

Join fellow weavers at Loop of the Loom's New York metro area gathering for a casual and creative discussion of SAORI weaving. Explore the endless, creative ideas and possibilities of this unique craft with aficionados of all ages and experience levels.

Where: Loop of the Loom (227 East 87th Street between Second & Third Avenues)
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Moules Monday Madness at Jacques
Monday, September 6th all day

The weekend isn't over yet--stop by the neighborhood's favorite brasserie for Belgian night! Moules, frites, and a Belgian beer for $20. Can we say, merci for Mondays?!

Where: Jacques Brasserie (204-206 East 85th Street between Second & Third Avenues)
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Events Roundup: August 27th-29th

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Soak up one of the last weekends of summer with these can't miss events on the UES--yoga, King Kong, fish lamps, mojitos and more!

Yin + Restorative Yoga
Friday, August 27th at 6:00pm

Unwind after a long work week with Exhale Spa's Yin + Restorative yoga class. All worries of deadlines, sales goals, and nagging bosses will be meditated away. This focused class is perfect for New Yorkers on the go as it helps muscles to relax and minds to quiet. All ages and levels of experience are welcome!

Where: Exhale Spa (980 Madison Avenue between 76th & 77th Streets)
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Traveling with Yoshitomo Nara
Friday, August 27th at 6:45pm

Don't miss this unique screening and conversation Yoshitomo Nara, a critically acclaimed artist and pop culture icon. The documentary follows Nara and his exhibitions around the world, offering a glimpse into rare behind-the-scenes works of his creative spirit.

Where: Asia Society (725 Park Avenue at 70th Street)
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Central Park Conservancy Film Festival: King Kong
Friday, August 27th at 8:00pm

Manhattan's iconic skyline takes center stage at the annual Central Park Conservancy Film Festival. Friday marks the festival's last showing with King Kong, a story of beauty, beast and the big city. Bring a picnic, kick back, and relax with dinner and a movie, Central Park style!

Where: Sheep Meadow of Central Park (mid-park at 69th Street)
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Summer Saturday at Stir
Saturday, August 28th from 5:00-9:00pm

You don't have to travel to the Hamptons for mojitos and margaritas--just stop by the neighborhood's favorite lounge for summer tunes and spirits! Happy hour starts at 5:00pm with $5 cocktails and sangria, plus a brand new tapas menu.

Where: Stir (1363 First Avenue at 73rd Street)
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Opening Fish-Forms: Lamps by Frank Gehry
Sunday, August 29th from 11:00am-5:45pm

Bring the family, a date, or a group of friends for the opening of renowned architect Frank Gehry's latest installation. Created as part of the sponsored Formica Company competition, the series of lamps based on the fish form will bring a new creative insight to what would normally be a typical Sunday afternoon.

Where: The Jewish Museum (1109 Fifth Ave. at 92nd Street)
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2010-08-19T17:45:00.002-04:00

The rest of the city may be quiet for one of the summer's last weekends, but the Upper East Side is rocking in full force! Flute sessions, cabaret, power hour, ultimate chess, and a wacky bar crawl will keep you bustling all weekend long...

Musical Storytime at Mount Vernon
Friday, August 20th at 10:30am

Don't forget that the wee ones need their weekend fun too! This isn't your typical library story time--musical themed stories read aloud in the museum's garden paired with a flute-making arts & craft session will have your kiddies tooting "Yankee Doodle" all the way home!

Where: Mount Vernon Hotel Museum & Garden (421 East 61st St. between First & York Avenues)
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Alexandra Billings "Everybody's Girl"
Friday, August 20th at 8:30pm

Looking to add a little cabaret to your Friday evening? Start your weekend on Park Avenue with fine wine and even finer entertainment for the New York homecoming of Broadway superstar and cabaret legend Alexandra Billings.

Where: Feinstein's at The Regency (540 Park Ave. at 61st St.)
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Power Hour at BB&R
Friday, August 20th at 10:00pm

Add a little challenge to your Friday night out on the UES with power hour at BB&R, the neighborhood's favorite hybrid of sports bar-meets-lounge. With an old-fashioned photo booth, Big Buck Hunter, billiards, $4 mixed well drinks, and $2 Bud Light drafts, its an inexpensive evening filled with many cheers!

Where: BB&R (1720 Second Ave. between 89th & 90th Streets)
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Chess Lec/Simul with Grandmaster Ron Henley
Saturday, August 21st at 10:30am

Who needs Saturday morning cartoons when there's chess to be played? Learn from the master himself, Ron Henley, as he takes on the challenge of facing thirty opponents at one time. All ages welcome--but only the best will be picked for this ultimate chess challenge.

Where: Central Park's Chess & Checkers House
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Summer Mustache Bash: Upper East Side
Sunday, August 22nd at 2:00pm

Sunday Funday with a hairy twist! Bring your weird 'stache and drinking shoes for this wacky UES bar crawl. Commencing at The Bullpen, followed by The East End Bar & Grill, and a grand finale at Mad River Bar & Grille, this is one drinkfest you won't want to miss!

Where: The Bullpen (1678 First Ave.); The East End (1664 First Ave.); Mad River (1442 Third Ave.)
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Events Roundup: August 13th-16th

2010-08-12T12:59:00.005-04:00

This weekend is filled with the Upper East Side essentials: art, wine, and Central Park. Check out the selected weekly events for New York's best 'hood!

Art Dialogues for Young Professionals
Friday, August 13th at 6:30pm

Tired of the same old happy hour conversations about the Yankees, the Mets, and the Jersey Shore? Skip out on your usual TGIF stomping grounds this weekend and head to The Frick to discuss the museum's latest works with fellow young professionals who love art.

Where: The Frick Collection (1 East 70th St. between Madison & Fifth Avenues)
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Comedy After Midnight
Saturday, August 14th at 12:30am

Before you retire for the evening with a late-night slice, stop by Comic Strip Live for Comedy After Midnight. It's never too late for laughs--two-for-one drinks, vintage footage of CSL legends, and live comedy will have you laughing all the way to Saturday morning.

Where: Comic Strip Live (1568 Second Ave. between 81st & 82nd Streets)
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Grape Summer Blast Wine Tasting
Saturday, August 14th from 3:00-8:00pm

Spend your Saturday afternoon wine tasting at Gracie's Wines in Yorkville. Presented by Al de Winter of Quintessential Wines, you will have the opportunity to taste various selections from Italy, Australia, Argentina, and Chile. Wine away your day!

Where: Gracie's Wines (1577 York Ave. at 84th St.)
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Butterflies & Bees
Sunday, August 15th at 2:00pm

Whoever called New York a concrete jungle didn't spend enough time enjoying the nature of Central Park. Sponsored by the Urban Park Rangers, participants (of all ages!) will have the opportunity to learn about the basic biology of the butterflies and bees that inhabit the park on this afternoon stroll.

Where: Shakespeare Garden of Central Park
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Film Screening: Madchen in Uniform
Monday, August 16th at 4:00pm

Taking a long weekend? Spend your Monday afternoon viewing this German film rather than the usual soap operas and talk shows. Oprah has nothing on this flick, a story of a teenage girl who becomes romantically attached to her boarding school teacher.

Where: Neue Galerie (1048 Fifth Ave. at 86th St.)
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Events Roundup: August 6th-8th

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The neighborhood is going green, getting invaded by Barstool Sports NYC, rollerskating, drinking garden-side, and getting holy in the name of art all in one sizzling August weekend!

Great Green Playdate
Friday, August 6th at 3:30pm

Bring the little ones to Kidville for some quality green playtime with magical toys and instruments made from recycled materials. A live drummer, a few musical surprises, snacks, and 50% of the proceeds going to the Max Cure Foundation, this playdate is both earth and heart conscious!

Where: Kidville (163 East 84th St. between Third & Lexington Aves.)
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Cocktails at Cooper-Hewitt
Friday, August 6th from 6:00-9:00pm

Sick of the after-work bar scene of dim lighting paired with the stench of stale beer and french fries? Then take advantage of Cooper-Hewitt's Friday cocktail hour with summer spirits and light fare in New York City's largest outdoor, private garden.

Where: Cooper-Hewitt National Design Museum (2 East 91st St. at Fifth Ave.)
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Barstool Sports NYC at Tin Lizzie
Friday, August 6th from 8:00-11:00pm

NYC's most popular website is invading the Upper East Side for its first annual Irish Truck Bomb Challenge! Plus, Beat the Clock happy hour, beer pong, flip cup, and a live DJ. Let the weekend and drinking festivities begin!

Where: Tin Lizzie (1647 Second Ave. between 85th & 86th St.)
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Rollerskating Dancers in Central Park
Saturday, August 7th & Sunday, August 8th from 2:30-6:30pm

Sick of another summer afternoon in the city? Spice it up with rollerskating dancers in the park! Whether you're a fan of skating, dancing, or disco-ing, come with your own wheels to join in on the party or cheer on from stable ground on the sidelines.

Where: Central Park (East 72nd St. near the Bandshell)
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Take a Holy Hike: Medieval Pilgrimage at The Met
Sunday, August 8th at 12:00pm

This isn't your typical Sunday at the museum. Recreate the voyage of a medieval pilgrim by tracing the footsteps of a Western pilgrimage route. Led by one of the The Met's talented summer interns, gain insight into the travels that took place on holy roads many centuries ago--and rediscover your appreciation for the NYC subway system!

Where: The Metropolitan Museum of Art (1000 Fifth Ave. at 82nd St.)
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Events Roundup: July 28th-August 1st

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Steve Shaiman & the Swingtime Big Band
Wednesday, July 28th at 7:00pm

Groove, swing, and sway a summer night away along the East River at Carl Schurz Park with Steve Shaiman & the Swingtime Big Band presented by the park's Summer Sounds 2010 series. Deemed as "authentic swing in living color" the music of decades ago is very much alive on the Upper East Side this week!

Where: The John Finley Walk of Carl Schurz Park
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Trivia Night @ The Bullpen
Thursday, July 29th at 8:00pm

What do soap operas, batting averages, and cheap beer have in common? Trivia night at The Bullpen! Come try your brain with some pre-weekend trivia at the neighborhood's favorite sports bar. $10 pitchers, $4 Shock Top pints and $2 "Coomie" shots will get your brain rip roaring! Each week's winner goes home with a free open bar and the glory of gloating as reigning champ--until next week, that is...

Where: The Bullpen (1678 First Ave. between 87th & 88th St.)
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Comedy Caliente!
Thursday, July 29th at 8:30pm

The city's funniest Latin-American comedy hits the Upper East Side for some good, old-fashioned side-wrenching laughs. Strong humor and even stronger margaritas will have you laughing all the way to Friday. Ole!

Where: Comic Strip Live (1568 Second Ave. between 81st & 82nd St.)
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Free Gallery Tour: Off the Wall: Part 1--Thirty Performative Actions
Friday, July 30th at 7:00pm

Jump start your weekend with a little art! Take advantage of the Whitney's free gallery tours. Friday evening's tour focuses on Off the Wall: Part 1--Thirty Performative Actions, an installation that focuses on actions using the body in live performance and various other methods.

Where: The Whitney Museum of American Art (945 Madison Ave. at 75th St.)
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Sunday Nites @ Iggy's
Sunday, August at 8:00pm

Who needs to wait for American Idol season to start when there's Sunday Nites at Iggy's? You won't suffer through another horrible rendition of "Dancing Queen" here--the weekly Rockband Hero Contest is for true belting divas and rock stars who can put on a good show in between drinks. And the grand prize? No sassy feedback from Simon and a $50 bar tab!

Where: Iggy's (1452 Second Ave. at 76th St.)
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Events Roundup: July 22nd-25th

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It's not just another slow New York summer weekend on the Upper East Side. Between a fashion show, a swanky happy hour, a carnival for the kiddos, a little parks & rec action, and a classic American dance institution's can't-miss performance, Upper East Siders don't even need to think twice about leaving the neighborhood this weekend, let alone the island!

Session 73 Fashion Show
Thursday, July 22nd from 7:00-10:00pm

The Upper East Side is getting a jump start on Fashion Week with this gala hosted by Rockin' the Big Apple at Session 73. With DJ Teddy spinning and bikinis sashaying, come have a few drinks and see some of the hottest styles for Summer '10 swimwear and accessories.

Where: Session 73 (1359 First Ave. at 73rd St.)
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Wet 'N Wild Thursday at Vudu Lounge
Thursday, July 22nd from 5:00-11:00pm

Get the weekend started early at this neighborhood swanky soiree. Happy hour specials, bottle service, and non-stop music all night from rotating DJ's, dance and indulge your Thursday night away at this sexy, almost-the-weekend party.

Where: Vudu Lounge (1487 First Ave. between 77th & 78th St.)
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Carnival in Brazil PJ Party
Friday, July 23rd from 6:00-8:00pm

TGIF, kiddo-style! Bring your little ones to the New York Kids Club for a Brazilian festival in true carnival style with feathers, facepaint and Samba dancing plus an arts & craft workshop followed by pizza. Fun, food, and festivities for los ninos!

Where: New York Kids Club (219 East 67th St. between Second & Third Ave.)
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The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
Friday, July 23rd at 8:00pm

The reknowned Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater is set to contribute to the 25th Anniversary of free arts and entertainment of Central Park's SummerStage. The company returns to SummerStage for the first time in over fifteen years--so don't miss out on this once-in-a-decade performance!

Where: Rumsey Playfield (Central Park SummerStage)
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Learn-to-Bike Clinic for Adults
Saturday, July 24th from 10:00am-1:00pm

As they always say, it's just like riding a bike, so come do it this Saturday in Central Park! Whether it's dusty or your skills are rusty, just grab your bike and head to the park. Instructors at North Meadow Recreation Center will provide you with a helmet and some bike riding help!

Where: North Meadow Recreation Center (Central Park at the 97th St. Transverse)
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Events Roundup: July 15th-18th

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The summer daze of the Upper East Side is in full swing! Check out the fun events happening in the 'hood this week...

Indian Folk Art Market
Thursday, July 15th & Friday, July 16th from 12:30-4:30pm

Presented by the Asia Society, celebrate the traditions of Indian art at this unique Folk Art Market. Master artisians will show, demonstrate and sell their works of art, from tie dyes and block printing to embroidery and painting. A perfect place to find some new artwork for your home or just an excuse to take a long lunch!

Where: Asia Society (725 Park Ave. at East 70th St.)
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Gracie Mansion Tea Tour
Thursday, July 15th from 1:00-3:00pm

Take advantage of the Upper East Side's reknowned history with a tour of the beautiful Gracie Mansion. One of the most celebrated residencies in all of New York City, Gracie Mansion is open to the public for a tour and high tea. Top it off with an afternoon stroll in Carl Schurz Park along the East River promenade.

Where: Gracie Mansion (East 88th St. & East End Ave.)
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Summertime Spa-time at Skin TheraP
Friday, July 16th-Sunday, July 18th

The summer sun isn't the only thing that can brighten your day or your skin--take time for yourself this weekend and book some much needed skin therapy at one of the neighborhood's favorite spas. With specials running all weekend long, you don't have to feel guilty about missing sun time. Facials, peels, and treatments galore that your skin will thank you for all summer long!

Where: Skin TheraP (301 East 82nd St. at Second Ave.)
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The Jamaica Underwear Run
Friday, July 16th at 7:30pm

Celebrate TGIF in your underwear! This traditional, semi-nude run takes place annually in Central Park on the Friday before the New York City Triathalon. For 1.7 miles you can run alongside fellow underwearers or watch as a bystander as they sprint past to the finish line. A perfect precursor to your traditional Friday night happy hour plans!

Where: Central Park (see More Info for route)
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Guggenheim Members' Morning Viewing
Sunday, July 18th from 8:00-10:00am

Beat the crowds and take advantage of a members-only viewing this Sunday morning at The Guggenheim. After viewing collections from Kadinsky & Malevich, European Modernism, Thannhauser, and more, head to Cafe 3 for a traditional Upper East Side Sunday brunch.

Where: The Guggenheim (1071 Fifth Ave. at East 89th St.)
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Events Roundup: Weekend of July 9th-11th

2010-07-09T00:09:00.002-04:00

What do works of art on film, a wine tasting workshop, a Bastille Day bonanza, jazz in the park, and the World Cup championship all have in common? The Upper East Side, of course! Check out the neighborhood's weekly selected can't-miss events...

Costume Design in Film: Reflecting the Period
Friday, July 9th at 1:00pm

Take a Summer Friday this week and head out of work early to catch this must-see flick at The Met. This week's cinematic production features the work of some of Hollywood's finest pioneers of costume design.

Where: The Metropolitan Museum of Art (1000 Fifth Ave. at 82nd Street)
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Wine Tasting with Thierry Bidault de I'lsle
Friday, July 9th from 5:30-7:30pm

Take your Friday happy hour to a new level with this French twist. Rather than hitting the local watering hole, join wine expert Thierry Bidault de I'lsle in a tasting workshop of Cote du Rhone, Bordeaux, and Bourgogne regional wines. Your palette couldn't ask for a better TGIF!

Where: French Institute/Alliance (22 East 60th St. between Park & Madison Ave.)
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Bastille Day Ball
Friday, July 9th from 7:00pm-1:00am

Get traditional this weekend in honor of Bastille Day and join in on the 201st annual ball. While there weren't live DJ's spinning your favorite tunes at the original soiree in 1924, the tradition of celebration remains the same!

Where: Harmonie Club (4 East 60th St. between Madison & Fifth Ave.)
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Great Jazz on the Great Hill
Saturday, July 10th from 1:00-5:00pm

The Upper East Side is heating up even more with its annual jazz festival in the park! Grab your friends and beat the heat or soak up the sun with these free, jazzy beats.

Where: The Great Hill (Central Park at 106th St.)
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World Cup Championship at Dylan Murphy's
Sunday, July 11th at 2:30pm

After a month of non-stop FIFA World Cup action, Dylan Murphy's invites you to watch the final match between The Netherlands and Spain with a few beers and a lot of soccer banter. Drink speacials and free shots for every goal scored--everyone win's at Dylan Murphy's on this Sunday Funday!

Where: Dylan Murphy's (1453 Third Ave. at 83rd St.)
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Fourth of July on the Upper East Side!

2010-07-01T12:09:00.002-04:00

Celebrating Independence day in the neighborhood? Check out the patriotic festivities happening on the Upper East Side this weekend!

The Jewish Museum Holiday Tour
Friday, July 2nd at 1:15pm

Join The Jewish Museum for a Fourth of July Independence Day themed tour of the exhibition, Culture & Continuity. The tour will focus on immigration and other patriotic themed works. A great start to your holiday weekend!

Where: The Jewish Museum (1109 Fifth Ave. at 92nd St.)
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Yoga for Foodies
Friday, July 2nd from 6:00-8:00pm

Before starting your fun-filled, on-the-go holiday weekend, stop in at one of the neighborhood's most coveted spas to recover from a hectic week's work with some yoga and chocolate. A 45-minute vinyasa flow and deep stretch yoga class with be followed with a sweet treat of Vosges exoctic chocolate truffles.

Where: Exhale Spa (980 Madison Ave. between 76th & 77th St.)
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Whitney Live Presents: High Places and Toro Y Moi
Friday, July 2nd at 7:00pm

Whitney Live is rocking Fourth of July weekend! This summer the museum is showcasing upstarts in experimental pop, tropicalia, chill-wave, beach music, garage rock, and more! Come jam out, TGIF style!

Where: The Whitney Museum of American Art (945 Madison Ave. at 75th St.)
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All American BBQ at Stir
Saturday, July 3rd & Sunday, July 4th from 5:00-8:00pm

America's Day of Independence brings a long weekend to celebrate our nation's freedom. And what better way to celebrate than at Stir with an All American BBQ! Cold beer, hot dogs, sliders and fries--and don't forget to wear your red, white, and blue!

Where: Stir (1363 First Ave. at 73rd St.)
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Tin Lizzie's July 4th Bash
Saturday, July 3rd & Sunday, July 4th from 9:00pm-4:00am

Keeping it local this holiday weekend? Stop by Tin Lizzie's for some patriotic spirits and all-American fun! Who needs sparklers and potato salad when there's dancing and drinking to be done at one of the neighborhood's favorite watering holes?

Where: Tin Lizzie (1647 Second Ave. between 85th & 86th St.)
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Red, White & Blue Brunch
Saturday, July 3rd & Saturday, July 4th

What's a New York weekend without brunch? Head to Yorkville Creperie for a patriotic-inspired brunch this weekend, in red, white, and blue style! $20 pitchers of red and white sangria paired with blueberry crepes. Bon a petit!

Where: Yorkvile Creperie (1584 York Ave. at 84th St.)
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Events Roundup: June 25th-27th

2010-06-24T10:44:00.002-04:00

World Cup mania, karaoke chaos, School's Out For Summer soiree and much more this weekend on the Upper East Side...beat the heat and hit the streets for some summertime fun!

BB&R Karaoke Party
Friday, June 25th at 10:00pm

Come sing your heart out and belt your favorite tunes at the neighborhood's favorite late night stop for fun and games. Brush up on your Big Buck Hunter and billiards skills in between songs and beers. American Idol has nothing on BB&R!

Where: BB&R (1720 Second Ave. at 90th St.)
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A Clearing in the Forest: "The Dream" Ballet Workshop
Saturday, June 26th at 11:00am

The American Ballet Theater is hitting up Central Park this Saturday for can't-miss ballet workshop for children ages four through twelve. Free for all children, ABT will share the beauty of dance as inspired through the natural surroundings of the park's woodlands and greenery.

Where: Central Park's Great Hill
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USA vs. Ghana World Cup Match Happy Hour
Saturday, June 26th at 2:30pm

Grab your vuvuzela and head to The Carriage House for the USA vs. Ghana match. Hi-def TV's, good eats and drink specials to boot while you cheer our homeland to a worldwide victory!

Where: The Carriage House (219 East 59th St. between Second & Third Ave.)
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New York Teacher Appreciation Night
Saturday, June 26th at 9:00pm

School's out for summer! Whether you're a teacher or a drinker who supports the neighborhood's educators, stop by Saloon to celebrate the end of the school year with some (or many) well deserved spirits.

Where: Saloon (1584 York Ave. at 84th St.)
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Nathan Lane in Conversation with Jordan Roth
Sunday, June 27th at 7:30pm

The legendary Nathan Lane will be headlining the 92nd Street Y for a can't-miss lecture with Jordan Roth. From Lane's reknowned Broadway career to his work on the silver screen, come gain a little Nathan Lane insight on your Sunday night.

92nd Street Y (1395 Lexington Ave. at 92nd St.)
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Events Roundup: June 17th-20th

2010-06-16T20:11:00.002-04:00

Father's Day fun, sangria fiestas, yatch after-parties and more! This weekend won't be long enough to fit in all of the fun going down on the UES...

Sangria Party at Stir
Thursday, June 17th at 7:00pm

Spice up happy hour with a little sangria at Stir! This fiesta features one of summer's favorite spirits with a tasting of three red sangrias and three white sangrias, topped off with a sparkling sangria, chips and salsa, and a variety of olives and cheeses hand-picked by Stir's resident chef.

Where: Stir (1363 First Ave. at 73rd St.)
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New York Pudding's Yatch Cruise After-Party
Thursday, June 17th at 11:00pm

New York's go-to online know-all for the city's most fabulous nightlife events is holding its first annual Yatch Cruise after-party at the Upper East Side's very own Tin Lizzie. Set sail into Friday with this can't-miss neighborhood weekend kick-off!

Where: Tin Lizzie (1647 Second Ave. between 85th & 86th St.)
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Nine Lives: In Search of the Sacred in Modern South Asia
Friday, June 18th & Saturday, June 19th at 7:30pm

Culture meets literature, music and dance at this unique performance hosted by the Asia Society. Add a cultural twist to your Friday evening with a unique insight into some of the most fascinating musical and spiritual traditions that still flourish in mordern-day Asia.

Where: Asia Society (725 Park Ave. at 70th St.)
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Father's Day Picnic
Saturday, June 19th at 11:00am

Bring your dad or someone special to this unique "picnic" at the library, where books replace your usual picnic fixings. While there won't be food, there will be plenty of food stories, and ants, of course! Crafts, stories and quality time with dad--a great Saturday morning to celebrate those special guys in your life.

Where: Webster Library (1465 York Ave. at 78th St.)
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NYC Pride Rally
Saturday, June 19th at 4:00pm

Central Park's SummerStage Music presents a community rally of pride featuring Me'Shell Ndegeocello, Martha Wash, The New York Gay Men's Chorus, Vickie Shaw, Billie Myers, Bruce Vilanch and more. Unite with your neighbors and enjoy a summer's night of music.

Where: Central Park Mainstage: Rumsey Playfield
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Father's Day Brunch at Parlor Steakhouse
Sunday, June 20th starting at 11:00am

Treat Dad to a top-notch brunch at one of the neighborhood's favorite chophouses. Filet mignons and french toast meet Father's Day for a memorable family brunch.

Where: Parlor Steakhouse (1600 Third Ave. at 90th St.)
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Events Roundup: June 11th-13th

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Nellie McKay's Tribute to Doris Day
Friday, June 11th at 8:00pm & 10:30pm

Feinstein's at The Regency brings you the musical likes of Nellie McKay as she pays tribute to the legendary Doris Day. Grab a date or a music-loving friend and head to Feinstein's reknowned lounge for a martini and some sweet crooning.

Where: Feinstein's at The Regency (540 Park Ave. at 61st St.)
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First Avenue Street Fair
Saturday, June 12th from 11:00am-6:00pm

Street fair season is in full swing on the Upper East Side. Grab your family and friends and meander up First Avenue, where you'll find good eats and fabulous treats from local vendors.

Where: First Avenue from 68th Street to 79th Street
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World Cup Party at Dylan Murphy's
Saturday, June 12th from 2:00-5:00pm

Come to the neighborhood's favorite Irish pub to cheer on the U.S.A. as they take on England in their first game of the World Cup. Free shots for every U.S.A. goal scored. Nothing beats showing some national pride over a cold beer on a Saturday afternoon!

Where: Dylan Murphy's (1453 Third Ave. at 82nd St.)
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Check-In with Spectrum at The Met
Saturday, June 12th at 6:30pm

Start your Saturday night celebrating social media at The Met over cocktails and conversation. The historical essence of The Met embraces the newfound technological advance of the twenty-first century--scavenger hunts, free drinks and more!

Where: The Metropolitan Museum of Art (1000 Fifth Ave. at 92nd St.)
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Screening: Oscar Niemeyer - Life is a Breath of Air
Saturday, June 12th at 7:00pm

Niemeyer's Life is a Breath of Air portrays the history of Brazil as a nation through its architecture. The film's screening will be followed by live performance from Os Paralamas Do Sucesso and Maria Gadu. Put a little Brazilian sizzle into your summer night!

Where: Rumsey Playfield in Central Park
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Singles Networking Workshop
Sunday, June 13th at 4:00pm

Single in the city? Spend Sunday afternoon talking shop and swapping cards with other career-focused singles on the Upper East Side. Refreshments and engaging conversation will be served up!

Where: 92nd Street Y (1395 Lexington Ave. at 92nd St.)
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Events Roundup: June 4th-6th

2010-06-03T12:32:00.002-04:00

Who needs the Hamptons when there's plenty of fun to be had on the Upper East Side? Wine, art, opera, street fairs and celebrations in Central Park...read on!

French Culture Workshop: Wine Tasting
Friday, June 4th at 5:30pm

Do happy hour a new way with this unique wine tasting experience. Discover the three biggest wine regions of France through an interesting and educational workshop. Attendees will test their paletteswhile adding to their French vocabulary. Oui, s'il vous plait!

Where: French Institute/Alliance is located at 22 East 60th Street
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June First Friday at Neue Galerie
Friday, June 4th from 6:00-8:00pm

On the first Friday of every month, Neue Galerie opens to the public for free, extended evening hours where guests can view and enjoy the gallery's most recent works and exhibitions. Start your weekend with a twist of art!

Where: Neue Galerie is located at 1048 Fifth Avenue
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Sellout: A One Act Opera
Friday, June 4th at 7:30pm

If wine and art galleries aren't on your Friday night agenda, try out an opera! Seven premieres of one-act operas and excepts by Hunter College factulty, alumni, and student composers will add a musical soundtrack to the start of your weekend.

Where: The Black Box Theater at Hunter College is located at 695 Park Avenue
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St. Joseph's School 6th Annual Street Fair
Saturday, June 5th from 10:00am-6:00pm

Street Fair season is here! Join in on the fun of one of New Yorkers' favorite summertime pastimes with your family and friends. Games, raffles, food, and fun, fun, fun for everyone! All proceeds benefit St. Joseph's School-Yorkville.

Where: East 87th Street between First and York Avenues
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Japan Run in Central Park
Sunday, June 6th from 8:00am-12:00pm

Celebrate both traditional and contemporary Japanese culture with a run through Central Park. Festival with kids races and activities to follow the race. Culture, exercise, and the great outdoors of Central Park make for a perfect Sunday morning!

Where: Central Park starting at 102nd Street
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Memorial Day Weekend on the UES

2010-05-27T12:51:00.002-04:00

Keeping it local this holiday weekend? Check out these neighborhood events for Memorial Day Weekend!

Memorial Day Weekend Bash at Saloon

Friday, May 28th-Monday, May 31st

Your friends may be away, but Yorkville's favorite pub is here to stay! $4 you-call-its, $3 domestic beers, and $3 red, white & blue shots ALL weekend long.

Saloon is located at 1574 York Ave. at 84th St.

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The Turn at Session 73

Friday, May 28th at 11:00pm

Session 73 brings the Upper East Side four guys with a passion for music and an ardor for singing and dancing fans. Come kick up your feet to The Turn's beats!

Session 73 is located at 1359 First Ave. at 73rd St.

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Design Kids Play Date at Cooper-Hewitt

Saturday, May 29th at 11:00am

Grab the kiddos and congregate with fellow UES-ers in the garden for the unveiling of the Rockwell-designed Imagination Playground in a Box. Playtime the Cooper-Hewitt way!

Cooper-Hewitt Museum is located at 2 East 91st St. at Fifth Ave.

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May Photography Hike

Sunday, May 30th at 2:30pm

Grab your lens and hiking boots and hit the trail in Central Park to capture New Yorker's favorite urban nature getaway, all the while learning the basics of composition, shading, style and other photo-taking techniques.

Central Park (meet at 72nd St. & Central Park West)

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Memorial Day Laughs

Sunday, May 30th at 8:00pm

Chuckle your way all the way to Memorial Day with the Comic Strip Live's Brian McFadden, Marina Franklin and other house slapsticks.

Comic Strip Live is located at 1568 Second Ave. at 82nd St.

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Memorial Walk

Monday, May 31st at 11:00am

Commemorate our nation's holiday with a guided walk through Central Park. What better way to celebrate than honoring with your fellow neighbors in the greenland of the park!

Central Park (meet at Columbus Circle)

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Events Roundup: May 19th-23rd

2010-05-18T22:39:00.004-04:00

The fun is starting early this week on the Upper East Side--ice cream socials, singles, songwriters and Shakespeare!

Of Sugar & Snow: A History of Ice Cream Making
Wednesday, May 19th at 6:30pm

From ice cream's icy, early start to its current colossal commercialization, ice cream connoisseur Jeri Quinzino will take you through the confection's conception. Ice cream social to follow!

Where: Mount Vernon Museum & Day Garden, located at 421 East 61st Street
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Mingle with Singles: Ages 30's & 40's
Wednesday, May 19th at 7:00pm

92nd Street Y and HurryDate have paired together to present a Shavuot beer and cheese tasting for neighborhood to celebrate the holiday with fellow single Upper East Siders.

Where: 92nd Street Y, located at 1395 Lexington Avenue
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Drinks & Jams at Tin Lizzie's
Thursday, May 20th at 9:00pm

The neighborhood's favorite pub for young professionals is featuring singer/songwriter Vinny Sparacello for his Upper East Side debut. Grab your friends and co-workers and come sing along to your favorite covers and rock to the artist's original tunes!

Where: Tin Lizzie, located at 1647 Second Avenue
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William Shakespeare's Twelfth Night
Friday, May 21st at 8:00pm

One of the Bard's most beloved comedies, Twelfth Night is filled with riots and romps of love and mistaken identity. Elizabethan times meet the Upper East Side in the unforgettable production.

Where: Theater Ten Ten, located at 1010 Park Avenue
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Upper East Side Bar Tour
Saturday, May 22nd from 1:00-6:00pm

In conjunction with City Harvest, Lindy Promotions presents its annual Upper East Side bar tour. Start your excursion at Pat O'Brien's and drink for a cause!

Where: Pat O'Brien's, located at 1701 Second Avenue
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Events Roundup: Friday, May 14th-Sunday, May 16th

2010-05-13T13:15:00.002-04:00

Spring has sprung on the Upper East Side, from reggae brunches to wine tastings, Central Park photo-ops to beach bashes! Check out these can't-miss events and doings for this weekend...

Capturing Your Community: Photo Contest for High Schoolers

Friday, May 14th-Sunday, May 16th, all day

Calling all aspiring photographers! In conjunction with the David Goldblatt exhibition, the Jewish Museum is holding a photography contest for high school students this spring. So grab a lens and capture the heart and soul of the Upper East Side!

Where: The Upper East Side (More Info)

Beach Bash PJ Party

Friday, May 14th from 6:00-8:00pm

Children ages two and a half to six years old will gather for kids-style happy hour. The beach themed weekend kick-off party includes open play, arts & crafts, games, pizza and snacks. Don't forget your PJ's!

Where: NY Kids Club is located at 219 East 67th Street (More Info)

French Culture Workshop: Wine Tasting

Friday, May 14th at 5:30pm

Expand both your French culture and your wine pallette! In this workshop you will learn how to recognize, choose, store, and serve affordable but high-quality French wines, all the while expanding your French vocabulary and indulging in selected tastings.

Where: French Institute Alliance is located at 22 East 60th Street (More Info)

Reggae Brunch at the East End

Saturday, May 15th at 12:00pm

Back by popular demand, the East End has brought back the ever-so-sensational reggae brunch! Live steel drum band, tunes from DJ Dave Coupures, Red Stripe girls, giveaways and mimosas galore!

Where: The East End Bar & Grille is located at 1664 First Avenue (More Info)

Carnival Street Fair

Sunday, May 16th from 11:00am-3:00pm

Street fair season is here! Hosted by Gymtime Foundation, bring your family and friends for carnival games, food, live entertainment and a good-old fashioned neighborhood gathering!

Where: East 81st Street between York and First Avenue (More Info)

Climb the Peaks of Central Park

Sunday, May 16th from 11:00-3:00pm

Grab your hiking boots and head to the hills and peaks of Central Park for sunshine-filled Sunday hike. Hosted by the Urban Park Rangers, the expert hikers will lead participants from the southern to northern end of Central Park.

Where: Central Park Doris Freedman Plaza at 60th Street & Fifth Avenue (More Info)

Cinco de Mayo on the UES

2010-05-04T12:13:00.002-04:00

Happy Cinco de Mayo from the Upper East Side! Grab your amigos and celebrate at these neighborhood favorites...

Arriba Arriba
1463 Third Ave. between 82nd & 83rd St.
Stop by one of the top Mexican joints on the UES! $5 sangria and mole sauce to cross commute for.
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BB & R
1720 Second Ave. between 89th & 90th
The usual "Hump Day" happy hour with a Cinco flair! $10 pitchers, $3 drafts, $4 bottles and all the Big Buck Hunter and Pac Man a UES-er could ask for.
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The Bullpen
1678 First Ave. between 87th & 88th St.
Stop by one of the 'hoods favorite sports bars for some legendary mile-high nachos, ice-cold Coronas and margaritas just how you like 'em.
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David Copperfield's
1374 York Ave. @ 74th St.
Appearance by the muy bonita Corona girls, $5 Corona & Corona Lights and $5 tequila shots!
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Dorrian's Red Hand
1616 Second Ave. @ 84th St.
This classic UES institution is taking it south of the border for Cinco de Mayo this year. Stop by for a bowl of their classic chili and a cold Corona.
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Dylan Murphy's
1453 Second Ave. @ 82nd St.
Wednesday karaoke night with a twist! Drink specials and $50 for the fiesta's best performer.
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East End Bar & Grill
1664 First Ave. between 86th & 87th St.
Stop by your favorite neighborhood pub for tacos and muchos cervezas! $3 Cuervo shots and Coors Light pints; $4 Coronas, Corona Lights, Dos Equis and Sol bottles. Don't forget dinner--$2 beef and chicken tacos, $3 shrimp and fish tacos.
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Gael Pub
1465 Third Ave. between 82nd & 83rd St.
Rob Lawrence and his band will perform while fans can enjoy $5 margaritas, $4 tequila shots and $4 Modelo cans all night!
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Mad River Bar & Grille
1441 Third Ave. @ 82nd St.
Head down to the River for this fiesta with $12 margarita pitchers, $20 margarita towers, $15 Corona buckets and more! The list goes on with toastados, quesadillas, jalapeno poppers and more from the Mexican master chef of the house.
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Saloon
1584 York Ave. between 83rd & 84th St.
Saddle up in Yorkville for drink specials and pinatas with your amigos from 6:00-11:00pm at Saloon.
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Stir
1363 First Ave. @ 73rd St.
Margaritas, cervezas and comida! $5 Cuervo margaritas, Coronas, Dos Equis and Sols while you much on empanadas, quesadillas and nachos.
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Tin Lizzie
1647 Second Ave. between 85th & 86th St.
Tin Lizzie's Irish roots will be honoring the Cinco de May way of fiesta-ing with $1 mugs and $3 Coronas, margaritas and Cuervo shots.
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Events Roundup: April 29th-May 2nd

2010-04-28T12:32:00.004-04:00

Get involved...

The State Budget & Our Most Valuable New Yorkers: What Lies Ahead?

Thursday, April 29th at 6:30pm

Presented by the Health, Seniors & Social Services Committee. How is the state budget determined and how does it affect human services in our community?

Where: Lenox Hill Neighborhood House (331 East 70th Street)

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Get outside...

World Park Arbor Day Weekend 2010

Friday, April 30th & Saturday, May 1st at 10:00am

World Park is bringing Arbor Day to Central Park this weekend! Just bring a web-enable smart phone and help to raise awareness and increase park engagement.

Where: Central Park (59th Street & Grand Army Plaza)

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Get around town...

New York Junior League's Annual House Tour

Saturday, May 1st at from 10:00am-6:00pm

Start your Saturday with a luncheon at the Architects & Designers building (East 58th St.) and follow with a showcase of the most stylish homes in the most sought-after neighborhoods of Manhattan, including the Upper East Side.

Where: New York Junior League Headquarters (130 East 80th Street)

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Get crafty...

SAORI Hat Workshop

Sunday, May 2nd at 3:00pm

If you want to learn more about SAORI weaving, then spend your Sunday afternoon getting crafty with fellow UES-ers at the "SAORI-kai" workshop.

Where: Loop of the Loom (227 East 87th Street)

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Singles Scene...

Deeper Dating: Ages 30's & 40's

Sunday, May 2nd from 7:00-9:00pm

Looking for love in all the wrong places? Join other UES singletons in experiencing a new approach to meeting singles in the neighborhood. A mini-lecture on dating and intimacy will be followed by mingling.

Where: 92nd Street Y (1395 Lexington Avenue at 92nd Street)

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Events Roundup: April 22nd-25th

2010-04-21T12:27:00.008-04:00

Bringing theater back to the UES...
Kenny & the Virgin Mary
April 22nd-24th at 8:00pm

After 13 years, Kenny and Diane come face to face unexpectedly. Astonishing, yet gain, intense karma has reunited these two possible soul mates. Explore their unexplainable connection as they go back and forth as childhood best friends, complex teenagers and cheating lovers. This tour de force play has the actors transitioning in mere seconds, from the past to the present and back again, exploring the extremes of what the human heart can endure.

Where: Jan Hus Theater (351 East 74th Street)
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Rock and roll, UES-ers...
A Tribute to the Icons of Metal
Thursday, April 22nd at 8:30pm

The ultimate Judas Priest cover band, Unleash the Priest, and Iron Maiden's best-known cover band, Maiden NY are coming to tear up Saloon!

Where: Saloon (1584 York Avenue between 83rd & 84th Street)
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Spread awareness...
16th Annual Parkinson's Unity Walk
Saturday, April 24th at 10:00am

Rain or shine, supporters hoping to find a cure for Parkinson's Disease will be meeting in Central Park at the Bandshell at 72nd Street. From here, with a common goal, they will walk a circular, 2-mile loop through the park to raise donations and awareness to fight the disease.

Where: Central Park (The Bandshell at 72nd Street)
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Saturday afternoon hoops...
Youth Basketball Clinic
Saturday, April 24th from 12:00-2:00pm

The program is high energy and gives kids a great opportunity to learn the game if they are a beginner or enhance their skills if they already know the basics. Drills, exercises and scrimmage games are main components of the clinic. Kids will also learn sportsmanship, defense, offense, dribbling and foot work.

Where: North Meadow Recreation Center (Central Park)
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A walk down Fifth...
Museum Mile Revealed
Sunday, April 25th from 2:00-4:00pm

Journey with us along New York City’s famed Museum Mile. The history of a museum can be as intriguing as the art and artifacts that it contains. Led by museum educator EY Zipris, our walk will begin with an examination of the “pearl of mansions” at the Frick Collection. We will then travel north to study the architecture of several museums on Fifth Avenue.

Where: Museum Mile (Northeast corner of 70th Street & Fifth Avenue)
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Events Roundup: April 15th-April 18th

2010-04-14T12:54:00.005-04:00

Brain stimulation...
Trivia Night at the Bullpen
Thursday, April 15th at 8:00pm

Celebrate Tax Day with a few rounds of trivia and a few rounds of beer. Categories range from soap operas to batting averages--FREE open bar to the winning team!

Where: The Bullpen (1678 First Ave.)
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Round-table talk...
Let's Talk About Sex: Gender Issues in a Post-Feminist World
Friday, April 16th at 6:45 pm

Panel discussion with Ghada Amer, Judith Bernstein, and Juila Randall examining gender issues and the greater implications of incorporating sexual imagery into their art.

Where: National Academy Museum (1083 Fifth Ave.)
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Get your hands dirty...
Volunteer Gardening at Carl Schurz Park
Saturday, April 16th from 10:00am-2:00pm

Grab a shovel and some gardening gloves and help make the UES a little greener! A great opportunity to give back to your community and mingle with your fellow neighbors.

Where: Carl Schurz Park (East 86th St. & East End Ave.)
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Get your feet moving...
Saturday Night Swing Dance
Saturday, April 17th from 7:00pm-1:00am

Stop by the neighborhood's favorite community hang-out for an evening of hip swaying swing dancing! Live music from the '30's, '40's and '50's to keep your feet to the beat.

Where: 92nd Street Y (1395 Lexington Ave. at 92nd St.)
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One last weekend laugh...
Sunday Night Funnies
Sunday, April 18th at 8:00pm

Host Barry Weintraub welcomes the likes of Comedy Central vet Bernadette Pauly, HBO's Mike DeStefano, house regular Jermaine Fowler and more! The weekend doesn't end at the Comic Strip until Monday morning.

Where: Comic Strip Live (1568 Second Ave.)
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Good in the 'Hood on the UES: April 8th-11th

2010-04-06T17:48:00.008-04:00

Wino's who love vino...
Wine Tasting Series: Northern France Edition
Wednesday, April 7th from 6:00-9:00pm

A mid-week happy hour with a twist! Expert representatives from various wine distributors will present wines from Northern France. Tasting paired with the house chef's selection of olives and cheese.

Where: Stir (1363 First Ave. at 73rd St.)

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Sing your heart out, drink your belly full...
Karaoke Wednesday at Dylan Murphy's
Wednesday, April 7th at 9:00pm

Stop by the neighborhood's favorite pub for a few tunes, a couple beers, and many laughs. A $50 tab to the best act!

Where: Dylan Murphy's (1453 Third Ave. between 82nd & 83rd St.)
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Game night...

Mah-Jongg Club Night
Thursday, April 8th at 7:30pm

Gather 'round Mah-Jongg afficionados! Whether you're a beginner or a verteran of the game, stop by to enjoy a fun night of gaming!

Where: 92nd Street Y (1395 Lexington Ave. at 92nd St.)

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Run for a cause...

Concern's Annual FUN RUN

Saturday, April 10th at 9:30am

Concern Worldwide U.S., an international humanitarian agency, is hosting its annual Cnetral Park run to help raise emergency funds for earthquake survivors in Haiti.

Where: Central Park (starting at 102nd St. Traverse Area)

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Kids in the kitchen...

Cooking in French

Saturday, April 10th from 3:00-4:30pm

Have fun in the kitchen while learning French! An innovative cooking class designed to inspire, excite, and feed the belly full of gourmet goodness from France.

Where: French Institute/Alliance (22 East 60th St.)

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Events Roundup: April 1st-4th

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On the up and up...
The Yes Men Fix the World
Thursday, April 1st at 7:00pm

Straight from the Sundance Film Festival, satirical performance artists and political activists, The Yes Men unveil their latest DVD and discuss their upcoming projects. DVD signing to follow.

Where: Barnes & Noble (150 East 86th St. between Third & Lexington Ave.)
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Happy hour scene...
Friday Night at Leo Bar
Friday, April 2nd from 6:00-9:00pm

Asia Circle, the Asia Society's young patrons membership group, hosts a networking and cocktail evening open to the public at Asia Society's Leo Bar. Reunite with old friends, mingle with members and their guests, tour the Society's exhibitions and find out why you should join the Asia Circle.

Where: Asia Society (725 Park Ave.)
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Endless amusement...
Mystery Lounge at Manny's On Second
Friday, April 2nd at 8:00pm

Boston's longest-running comedy/magic act returns to NYC for an exclusive performance on the Upper East Side! Featuring off-Broadway star Simon Lovell, mentalist Jon Stetson, and special guest, international magician Joe Howard.

Where: Manny's On Second (1770 Second Ave. between 92nd & 93rd St.)
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A Saturday night twist...
Saturday Night at The Met
Saturday, April 3rd at 5:45pm

Spend your Saturday night with art! Get an exclusive sneak peek at the new exhibitions, tour the museum's permanent collections, and meet over drinks at the cafe. $35 per person.

Where: The Metropolitan Museum of Art (1000 Fifth Ave.)
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Holiday happenings...
Artful Placemats for Passover
Sunday, April 4th from 1:00-4:00pm

Using vibrant patterned papers and postcards, design a beautiful placemat for the Passover seder. Be an intrepid explorer on a gallery hunt that reveals Museum treasures related to the holiday. FREE with museum admission.

Where: The Jewish Museum (1109 Fifth Ave. at 92nd St.)
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Events Roundup: March 25th-28th

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For a little intellectual stimulation...

Lou Dobbs in Conversation with Jeff Greenfield

Thursday, March 25th at 8:00pm

Stop by the 92nd Street Y for a night of comversation that you don't want to miss. Renowned talk show host and bestselling author Lou Dobbs is joined by CBS political analyst Jeff Greenfield.

The 92nd Street Y is located at 1395 Lexington Ave. & 92nd St.

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For the wee ones to unwind...

Yoga Slumber Party
Friday, March 26th from 6:30-8:00pm

A new style of slumber party has hit the Upper East Side--junk food and video games have been replaced with calming yoga poses, storytelling, positive visualization, and restorative breathing.

Caravan of Yogis is located at 218 East 82nd St.

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For an old-fashioned good time...
Chubby Checker Live at Feinstein's
Friday, March 26th at 8:00pm & 10:30pm

The one and only Grammy Award winner and music legend live on the Upper East Side! Come do "The Twist" with Chubby Checker in true superstar style.

Feinstein's at Loews Regency is located at 61st St. & Park Ave.

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For the American Idol in you...

Karaoke Party at BB&R
Friday, March 26th at 9:30pm

Stop by BB&R and start your weekend off with a karaoke party! In between songs you can saddle up to the bar, take your shot at Big Buck Hunter or shoot pool.

BB&R is located at Second Ave. between 89th & 90th St.

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For the mover & shaker in you...

Planet Groove at Saloon
Friday, March 26th at 9:00pm

Planet Groove, the premier party band of the Tri-State area, is hitting Saloon this Friday night with their one-of-a-kind covers of all genres from Motown to swing to jazz to reggae to 80's. Bottoms up while you boogie down!

Saloon is located on York Ave. between 83rd & 84th St.

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St. Patrick's Day on the UES

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It's the one day a year you don't have to make an excuse for drinking like an Irishman! Here's what's going on in our beloved, Irish-filled neighborhood.

Kegs, Eggs & Bagpipers Parade Kickoff at East End

Wednesday, March 17th starting at 10:00am

Start your St. Patrick's Day with a breakfast of Irish champions: a pint of Guiness, a shot of Jameson and a side of scrambled eggs before you head over to the parade.

The East End is located on First Ave. between 86th & 87th St. (More Info)

Irish Invasion at Tin Lizzie's

Wednesday, March 17th starting at 10:00am

Bagpipers and Irish jigs welcome! "Early Bird" specials for those dedicating their holiday to staring at the bottom of a beer mug from morning 'til night. $4 Guiness pints, $4 Jameson shots and $5 Irish Car Bombs.

Tin Lizzie's is located on Second Ave. between 85th & 86th St.

St. Patrick's Day Party at Saloon

Wednesday, March 17th

Live music, drink specials, giveaways, and a DJ all day! Who needs work when there's St. Patrick to celebrate?

Saloon is located on York Ave. between 83rd & 84th St. (More Info)

Live Irish Music at Dylan Murphy's

Wednesday, March 17th at 8:00pm

Stop by the UES's true Irish pub for live music from a Pogues cover band. No cover and St. Patty's Day celebration in true "Erin Go Bragh" style!

Dylan Murphy's is located on Third Ave. between 82nd & 83rd St. (More Info)

Wine & Chocolate Pairing

Wednesday, March 17th at 7:00pm

For those looking to avoid green beer and bangers & mash, the 92nd Street Y presents an evening of pairing wines with different chocolates from around the world. Learn the fine art of pairing these two indulgences.

The 92nd Street Y is located on Lexington Ave. at 92nd St. (More Info)

Events Roundup: March 11th-14th

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Happy Hour in the 'Hood

Tin Lizzie's Weekend Kick-Off Party

Friday, March 12th from 8:00-10:00pm

Stop by one of the neighborhood's favorite hangouts to celebrate the grand re-opening of Tin Lizzie's for their customer appreciation happy hour! A few fresh coats of paint and a little artistic vision by a few tipsy Irishmen gave this classic hangout a bit of a face lift for the good times to come in 2010. FREE happy hour for the best patrons on the UES!

Tin Lizzies is located on Second Ave. between 85th & 86th St.

Vino Afficionados
Wine Tasting: South American Wines
Thursday, March 11th from 6:00-9:00pm

Stop by your favorite neighborhood lounge to enjoy the wines of South America. Experts from various wineries and vinyards will be in attendence to provide you with insight into each of your wines. A great night our for couples, friends or co-workers!

Stir is located at 1363 First Avenue at 73rd St. (More Info)

Cheers to Beers

History of Beer & Tasting

Friday, March 12th at 6:30pm

Sam Merritt, founder of the Civilization of Beer, will lead a lively discussion followed by a tasting of that traces the hostoric roots of one of the world's favorite beverages. Beer provided by Brooklyn Brewery.

Mount Vernon Museum & Garden is located at 421 East 61st St. (More Info)

The Next Generation of Great Art

Art Dialogue: Young Professionals

Friday, March 12th at 6:30pm

Designed for young professionals living and working in New York City, Art Dialogue: Young Professionals offers the dual pleasures of looking at great works of art with the chance to meet like-minded art lovers.

The Frick is located at 1 East 70th St. (More Info)

Saturday Stimulation

Jr. Junior League's Next Generation Philanthropy Program

Saturday, March 13th from 1:00-4:00pm

This program is designed as a comprehensive introduction for children to the principles of philanthropy--it's never to early to tech your kids how to give back!

The New York Junior League is located at 130 East 80th St. (More Info)

Events Roundup

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An artsy party for the whole family...
WhitneyKids: Biennial Opening Party
Saturday, March 6th from 4:00-7:00pm

Gather 'round for the 2010 Biennial Opening party! Explore what's new in contemporary art with your family and neighbors. FREE with museum admission, guided gallery tours and snacks for all.

The Whitney is located at 945 Madison Ave at 75th St.
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Start your weekend off right...

Just Drinks Happy Hour at Stir
Friday, March 5th from 8:00-10:00pm

Stop by the neighborhood's sheikest lounge for a two hour open bar to kickstart your weekend this Friday! For just $40 per person, the open bar includes unlimited house wines, well drinks and Bud and Bud Light bottles.

Stir is located at 1363 First Ave. at 73rd St.
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Get in touch with your green side...
Wild Food & Ecology Tour
Saturday, March 6th from 11:45am-3:45pm

Wildman Steve Brill teaches his family tradition of foraging for food. Learn how to find daylily shoots, chickweed, garlic mustard, shepherd's purse, sheep sorrel and more right in the middle of Central Park.

Meet at The Ramble in Central Park
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New Year's: Round 2
Spring Into Norouz: Persian New Year Celebration
Saturday, March 6th at 1:00pm

Celebrate the new year all over again--Persian style! Join fellow UES-ers at the Asia Society to kick-off spring with Persian music, dance, storytelling, and arts & crafts.

The Asia Society is located at 725 Park Ave. at 71st St.
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It takes two...
Argentine Tango Party
Saturday, March 6th at 8:00pm

Singles and couples of all ages and experience welcome. A group lesson will be held from 8:00-9:00pm and then its full-on tangos, milongas, valses and musica tropica all night long!

The 92nd Street Y is located at 1375 Lexington Ave. at 92nd St.
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Events Roundup: February 25th-28th

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Fashionistas

Fashion Talks: Gilles Mendel

Thursday, February 25th at 7:00pm

Paris-bred Gilles Mendel, heir apparent and head designer of J. Mendel, comes to FIAF to talk about the reinvention of this fifth-generation, family-owned luxury brand. J. Mendel was founded in 1870 in Paris and has been known since then to the world’s fashion elite. A resounding success, the collection demonstrated Mendel’s ability to work in materials ranging from silk chiffon to woolen tweeds, creating refined yet modern designs that have made J. Mendel a red carpet staple and a favorite of stars like Kate Hudson and Demi Moore.

The French Institute Alliance is located at 22 East 60^th St. (More Info)

Rugby Fanatics

6 Nations Rugby at Murphy’s Law

Friday February 26th & Saturday, February 27th

Join us at Murphy's Law for a full Irish breakfast and the 6 Nations rugby matches this weekend.

Friday, February 26, 2010 at 11:00am - Wales vs. France

Saturday, February 27, 2010 at 2:00pm - Italy vs. Scotland

Murphy’s Law is located at 70^th St. between First & York Aves. (More Info)

Theater Junkies
The Cradle Will Rock

Friday, February 26^th at 8:00pm

This 1937 fierce and riveting musical comedy about the fight of the everyman against the power of corruption has a history as exciting as the musical itself. It was originally a part of the Federal Theatre Project, and was directed by Orson Welles, and produced by John Houseman. When the original production was shut down due to what most believe was an objection to the politics of the piece, the theatre was padlocked and surrounded by armed guards. The artists found a way to perform it despite all obstacles, and what resulted was a great and moving moment in theater history.

Theater Ten Ten is located at 1010 Park Avenue (More Info)

American Idol Meets Upper East Side

Songwriters Showcase

Saturday, February 27th at 8:00pm

Come hear Luke James of American Idol, David Brooks, Tatiana Moroz, Joshua Greenway, Lisa Brigacatino Rub, RachelGriffin and Jason Vasquez belt it out to their originals and your favorites at one of the best drinking nooks on the UES.

Crowe's Nest is located at 1804 Second Ave. at 93rd St. (More Info)

Community Fun for Everyone

Purim Party 2010

Saturday, February 27th at 10:30am

Beth El of Manhattan, a two-Testament Messianic congregation, has celebrated Purim for the past several years with a big party. Come celebrate with us this year on February 27th and join in on the fun! The day starts at 10:30am with a special free Rock n' Roll concert with the worship band during the time of our usual Saturday morning service. Get a chance to hear the classics we all love with from The Rolling Stones, Led Zeppelin, Jethro Tull, The Eagles, Aerosmith, Cream, The Police, and more.

Beth El of Manhattan is located at 593 Park Ave. (More Info)

Events Roundup: Weekend Fun for Everyone!

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Bruce Springsteen Night at Saloon

Friday, February 19th at 8:00pm

A night dedicated to Bruce! B-Street, the best Springsteen tribute band on the East Coast will perform the legend's songs and rock out Saloon! Drink specials and a jammin' good time!

Saloon is located at 1584 York Ave. between 83rd & 84th St.
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Run/Walk for Haiti

Saturday, February 20th at 9:00am

Join in on a four-mile run/walk co-sponsored by the New York Road Runners and the New York City Department of Parks and Recreation. All entry fees will be directed to New York City's Haiti Relief Fund, administered by the Mayor's Fund to Advance New York City, which is directing 100% of donations to reputable organizations providing relief in Haiti.

Event will be held in New York's Central Park
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Native American Winter Games

Sunday, February 21st from 2:00-4:00pm

Interested in Native American culture? Why not become a part of it! Come down to Belvedere Castle and learn to play traditional Native American games. Great for children and adults, and please dress for the weather!

Event will be held at Central Park's Belvedere Castle
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Rhône Valley: Syrah and Grenache Wine Tasting

Monday, February 22nd at 7:00pm

Given its diverse geography and climate, the Rhône Valley holds an assorted mix of vineyards and a great range of noble red and white grape varieties. The North is dominated by Syrah, while the South produces Grenache-dominated wines. In this second tasting, Michael Madrigale will discuss the wide range of wines from the Rhône Valley region, focusing on grape types and the importance of each vineyard’s location within this expansive region.

Event will be held at FIAF's Le Skyroom, 22 East 60th St.
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Swing Night with Sly Blue

Tuesday, February 23rd at 9:00pm

Our great regular Happy Hour is pairing with NYC’s hottest Swing and Rockabilly Band. A new band to hit the swing scene in NYC, Sly Blue has established itself playing that old jazz with a soulful fire and playful exuberance not readily found.

Session 73 is located at 1359 First Ave. at 73rd St.
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Valentine's Day on the UES

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Whether you're looking for love or just looking for a good time, there are plenty of things to do for all ages in light of the holiday of love!

Singles scene…
Find-Your-Valentine Singles Party
Saturday, February 13th at 9:00pm

Mix and mingle with fellow single, young professionals who live, play and work on the Upper East Side in Uptown Lounge's private back bar lounge area. Just in time for you to find your Valentine for 2010! To pre-register for event and receive a discount cover of $8, click here.

Uptown Lounge (1576 Third Ave. at 89th St.)

Add a little TLC to your treats…
Pastry Workshop: Valentine’s Day Treats
Saturday, February 13th at 11:00am

Get a French taste of the sweet life! Discover the fine art of French pastry and learn the tricks of the trade from a certified French pastry chef in this hands-on workshop. Sample the delicious treats created while enjoying a lovely glass of wine and take home leftovers! Workshop is led in French but English is provided where necessary. More Info

FIAF’s Le Skyroom (22 East 60th Street)

Fun for your little one…
Kidville's Valentine's Day Party 2010
Sunday, February 14th at 11:00am

The sweetest Valentine's Day party for you and your wee one! Enjoy a special concert by Little Maestros, games, fun foods, candy, gym activities, and more! More Info

Kidville (163 East 84th St.)

Make your V-Day a little risqué…
Valentine's Day Passion Party
Sunday, February 14th at 7:00pm

Upper East Side Scenester presents a CO-ED night for a Valentine's Day pre-game pump-up prep party! Whether you're flying solo, partnering up or drinking alone, our passion party will provide you with all the accessories for a hot and heavy V-Day to take you through all of 2010. $7 cover for $3 wines and $4 mixed call drinks...and a pleasure chest of toys for you to choose from! More Info

Mad River Bar & Grille (1442 Third Ave. at 82nd St.)

Have a laugh with your Valentine…
My Funny Valentine
Sunday, February 14th at 7:00pm & 9:00pm

For a special Valentine's Day-themed night of comedy, host Ray Ellin welcomes:

Marina Franklin
Correspondent for "The Jay Leno Show," NBC's "Last Comic Standing," Comedy Central's "Premium Blend" and "Tough Crowd," Oxygen’s "Girls Behaving Badly," BBC’s "The World Stand’s Up"

Brian McFadden
NBC's "Late Night With Conan O'Brien," MTV Half Hour Comedy Hour, NBC's "Friday Night," NBC Comedy Showcase

Gary Gulman
NBC's "Last Comic Standing," HBO's "Tourgasm" w/ Dane Cook, "The Late Show w/ David Letterman," Hour Special on Comedy Central

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Comic Strip Live (1568 Second Ave. between 81st & 82nd St.)

Super Bowl XLIV Celebrations on the UES

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The Upper East Side is filled with block after block of sports bars, pubs, and lounges--what better neighborhood to watch the Saints and the Colts duke out for reigning kings of Super Bowl XLIV. Check out our selected events and have a beer-filled, wing-chomping, chili-slamming, trash-talking Super Bowl Sunday!

Super Bowl Sunday Celebration at Saloon

Sunday, February 7^th at 6:00pm

Giveaways, 16 plasma TV’s, $5 bloody mary’s, $40 open bar/buffet…with Saloon as one of the most cutting-edge night- spots in Manhattan, it’s the perfect spot to watch the game with your friends and neighbors!

Saloon (1584 York Ave. at 83^rd St.) More Info

The Carriage House’s Annual Super Bowl Party

Sunday, February 7^th at 6:00pm

The Carriage House will be hosting it's annual Super Bowl party, offering some new discounts that you won't want to miss while cheering for your favorite team! All drinks and pitchers discounted, $1.50 hot dogs and FREE half-time buffet. Eight high-def TV’s and no cover charge.

The Carriage House (219 East 59^th St. between Second & Third Aves.) More Info

Super Bowl Sunday at BB & R

Sunday, February 7^th all day

Come by one of the UES’s best sports bar—its happy hour ALL day and for the whole game! $10 pitchers of Bud Light and discounted drinks. Plus, play some of your all-time favorites in between plays, including Ms. Pacman/Galaga, Buck Hunter, Golden Tee, pool and get crazy in the old-fashioned photo booth!

BB & R (1720 Second Ave. at 89^th St.) More Info

Chili Contest & Super Bowl XLIV Party at Session 73

Sunday, February 7^th at 6:00pm

2nd Annual Chili Contest! Bring your best bowl of Chili--prizes awarded for best chili and best presentation. Super Bowl Party drink package for $30 includes a 4 hour open bar (domestic/imported beer), unlimited Football Food (made to order wings, pizza and more), free shots after every touchdown, and seven different HDTV’s, including a movie-size screen projection.

Session 73 (1359 First Ave. at 73^rd St.) More Info

The East End Bar & Grill Super Bowl Party

Sunday, February 7^th at 6:00pm

Come join us at The East End Bar & Grill as the New Orleans Saints take on the Indianapolis Colts in Super Bowl XLIV! The Game will be shown on all of our HDTV's and Huge HD Projection Screen. Game sound will be on throughout the game and during the commercials. Music will only be played after the game. After only 2 years in operation The East End Bar & Grill has already been voted the 2nd Best Sports Bar in New York City (Citysearch.com - Best of 2009)!

The East End Bar & Grill (1664 First Ave. at 87^th St.) More Info

Super Bowl XLIV at Southern Hospitality

Sunday, February 7^th at 6:30pm

Kick off your Super Bowl Sunday at 6:30 p.m. at Southern Hospitality! While the game plays on a huge projection screen and 14 HD TVs, enjoy incredible drink deals including $10 pitchers of Miller Lite, $10 pitchers of SoHo Acoustic Amber or a $40 all-you-can-drink package that lasts until the end of the game. Don your Saints or Colts gear and get FREE shots! This is one of the best places to watch football in the city, so don't miss out!

Southern Hospitality (1460 Second Ave. at 76^th St.) More Info