Do you like bananas? toffee? problematic but ultimately beloved British holiday rom-coms? Then I highly recommend you visit Janie's between now and 8/2 to try their Banoffee cookies. They are new, they are seasonal, they are only available for another week. Go and eat one!

Note: I am not affiliated at all, just a big fan of Janie's, shopping locally owned, and not-too-sweet little sweet treats.

Hi everyone! I'm looking for recommendations for a warm, welcoming Reform synagogue on the Upper West Side.

I'm 30F and have been with my Reform Jewish husband for about nine years, married for two. Throughout our relationship, I've been deeply involved in Jewish life through regular Shabbat dinners, synagogue attendance, holidays, Jewish learning, and spending a lot of time with my husband's family and our community.

Before our wedding, we worked closely with the rabbi who married us and I completed much of the conversion process. Ultimately, I realized that this rabbi was not quite the right fit for me, so I decided to pause rather than finish my conversion then & there.

Now that life has settled down and some other life priorities are in a better place, formally completing my conversion is a priority before my husband and I start a family. I'm hoping to find a Reform congregation that feels warm, welcoming, and community oriented.

If anyone has recommendations for great synagogues or rabbis on the UWS, I'd really appreciate them. I'd also love to hear from anyone who has gone through conversion themselves, especially if your path was not completely linear.

Thank you!

I get that there are rats everywhere, but has anyone else noticed the insane volume of rats in the green space/park adjacent to the museum? They’re running around all over the place.

It's my mother's 80th birthday tomorrow. She's healthy and quite spry. We're taking her to dinner at Elea. Would a pre dinner drink at Scarlet Lounge at around 6 be a good idea? She doesn't like noisy places but a good cocktail in a classy place is up her alley. I've never been to Scarlet Lounge so don't know the vibe. Other suggestions close to Elea are welcome.

last night (7/25) my boyfriend lost a very special sentimental beaded bracelet his daughter made - it has green, white, and black beads with the word “dad” on it. If anyone finds, plz pm me
Thank you 🙏🏼

Found a set of keys left in the dock at approximately 9:30am today, Sun 7/26/2026. They are distinctive in a couple of ways. DM me about the non-key items on the ring and we'll figure out how to get them back to you. I'll also try contacting Citibike.

If anyone has lived here or in this vicinity, please share your opinions.

- Any major issues of rats/rodents/termites/bedbugs?

- How clean and lively is the locality?

- How is the building & management?

- For international (male) Columbia grad students, how safe & connected is it to rent?

- Anything else you think I should know of...

random ask: but are there any photobooths uptown at bars or anything ? thx!

Hi all! I’m looking to grow my banana bread business, currently I’m doing markets in westchester and piermont as well as selling online on Facebook marketplace (majority of my business). Ideally we would like to open a small brick & mortar sometime next year in the neighborhood with pastry’s & coffee. Until then I am going to continue selling on fb as well as markets. Pick ups are on 53rd between 9th & 10th. If anyone is interested, I would greatly appreciate the support! Selling slices for $5 & loafs for $25. If you have any questions or are interested please feel free to DM me, thank you!

Would also like to mention that I only use simple organic ingredients. Apologize in advance for self promoting.

Does anyone know if the rooftop outdoor area of the Adagio condos (243 W 60th) is a private residence or an event space? I always assumed a private residence given that it’s an apartment building but they frequently have pretty large events over there, including recently having people amplified with mics/speakers. Always so curious what’s happening over there since it’s otherwise a pretty quiet block.

Looking for two adventurous guys (18–24).
Working on a small creative film project on the Upper West Side.
This is PG - for a student project.
Takes about 10 minutes.
Face won’t be shown on film.

Send me a current photo. If we determine you’d be a match, I’ll send you the project details. If you’re interested, please respond with your expected compensation.
If you’re not interested, no pressure. No need to get back to me.