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

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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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