News & Events
February 1 Social Stop Cancelled
We regret to inform you that the East Midtown Social Stop originally scheduled for Wednesday, February 1, has been cancelled. We apologize for any inconvenience that has caused. Watch future communications for information on rescheduling.... read more
Shop Small this Holiday Season!
Keep "Shopping Small" -- the East Midtown Partnership has a Special Offer for Shoppers through December 24! Last year, small independent retailers participating in the first annual American Express Small Business Saturday saw a 28% sales increase over the prior year from customers using their American Express cards. This year, Small Business... read more
East Midtown Partnership Launches Holiday Food Drive
EAST MIDTOWN PARTNERSHIP LAUNCHES HOLIDAY FOOD DRIVE East Midtown Manhattan businesses and residents are encouraged to participate in a Holiday Food Drive, organized by the East Midtown Partnership. The collection kicks off on November 2 at the district's next free "Social Stop" networking event and will continue at the East Midtown Partnership office, located at... read more
East Midtown Weekend Advisory
Traffic & Event Advisory for Saturday, November 5 through Tuesday, November 8 TONIGHT: SOCIAL STOP & FOOD DRIVE AT ASTRA - Tonight, Wednesday, November 2, from 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM, we'll gather at Charlie Palmer's Astra, on the 14th Floor of the D&D Building, 979 Third Avenue,... read more
Astra to Host Next Social Stop
The next East Midtown Partnership "Social Stop" is scheduled for Wednesday, November 2, from 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM at Astra, the Charlie Palmer restaurant on the 14th Floor of the D&D Building (979 Third Avenue, between East 58th Street and East 59th Street.) We hope you'll be able to join us... read more
Enter the East Midtown Photo Contest
East Midtown Partnership 2012 Calendar Photo Contest $1000 Grand Prize to be Awarded! SORRY -- THE DEADLINE HAS PASSED Attention all photographers - professionals or enthusiasts! The East Midtown Partnership is holding a photo contest for images taken in the district over the next 11 months for their 2012 calendar. ... read more
NYC BUSINESS SOLUTIONS: A RESOURCE FOR YOU AND YOUR BUSINESS
In tough economic times like these, it's important to know that New York City has available resources for the business community. With just a click of the mouse or a call to 311, you can be connected with NYC Business Solutions, part of the New York City Department of Small Business... read more
9-11 Commemorations
NEW YORK MARKS 10th ANNIVERSARY OF SEPTEMBER 11 ATTACKS WITH SOLEMN COMMEMORATIONS Throughout the city, a number of commemorations will be held this weekend to mark the tenth anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks. The following is a partial listing. You can find information on additional... read more
Fashionable Fun in East Midtown
Fashion's Night Out Returns on Thursday, September 8 It's the biggest and best fashion party in history... and you're invited! On Thursday, September 8, retailers around the world are celebrating Fashion's Night Out , and East Midtown is no exception! Brought to you... read more
Reporting and Recovering from Hurricane Damage
AFTER IRENE: Tips on Recovery and Reporting Property Damage The city -- and especially the East Midtown area -- was fortunate to escape the brunt of Hurricane Irene over the weekend. Still, if you have sustained any damage to your home and business, the New York... read more
UPDATED Hurricane Preparedness Information
Image from the Weather Channel Hurricane Irene is expected to make landfall in the New York City/Long Island/New Jersey area on Sunday, August 28. Even though Irene should weaken before it reaches the area, it will still bring hurricane force winds, extreme rainfall, significant coastal flooding... read more
Dine East Midtown During NYC Winter Restaurant Week
Winter Restaurant Week is Back! Now Through February 10! NYC Restaurant Week is back, once again offering you dozens of opportunities to sample the best cuisine of East Midtown at a reduced price. Between now and February 10, enjoy special prix... read more
Social Stop - Thursday, June 9
The free rotating after-work party hosted by the East Midtown Partnership has a new name: "Social Stop"! Now it's time to mark your calendar for the next event! Please plan to join your friends and neighbors at one of New York's premier venues -- the world-famous Friars Club,... read more
Special Offers for MWA Members
I am pleased to welcome the Mystery Writers of America back to East Midtown Manhattan for the 2011 Edgar Symposium on two fronts: as president of the East Midtown Partnership, which promotes local commerce and improves the quality of life in this community; and also as a novelist and MWA member. This year, we're pleased that... read more
Make Crime Pay with this Special Marketing Promotion
MAKE CRIME PAY! Join our Special East Midtown Promotion for the Mystery Writers of America! East Midtown is about to become the scene of the crime... and we want you to be part of it! On Wednesday, April 27, more... read more
Meet Captain John Hart of the NYPD 17th Precinct - - Friday, April 1
Join the East Midtown Partnership on Friday, April 1, as we present a unique opportunity for district property owners and managers, businesses, and residents to meet Captain John Hart, Commanding Officer of the 17th Precinct of the New York Police Department, along with Detective Frank Bogucki, the precinct's Community Affairs Officer. This meeting will offer East... read more
Join Us at Our March 30 Networking Reception!
Save the date and plan on joining us for the East Midtown Partnership's second free Networking Reception of 2011! In January, more than 60 people representing dozens of local businesses enjoyed hors d'oeuvres, cocktails, and great company. Our next reception promises to be even bigger -- and features wonderful cuisine from the kitchen of our... read more
East Midtown Partnership 2011 Community Survey
The East Midtown Partnership has been conducting sanitation, security, and homeless outreach services; marketing and beautifying our community; and working to improve the quality of life in and around our neighborhood since 2002. In order to better meet your needs and expectations we would appreciate your taking a few... read more
Allen Edmonds Presents Soles4Souls
Donate any brand of new or gently worn men's, women's or kid's shoes at any Allen Edmonds store nationwide or allenedmonds.com between February 21 and March 13, and save $35 off... read more
Street Closure Advisory
Several construction projects in and adjacent to East Midtown over the next few weeks will result in street and lane closures and parking restrictions. Please plan ahead to minimize inconveniences for you and your customers, and follow our updates on Facebook and Twitter for late-breaking news. ... read more
Upcoming Events and Bargains
East Midtown Upcoming Events & Bargains CIVITAS Seeks Input on Select Bus Service CIVITAS, a community partner of the East Midtown Partnership in improving the quality of life in the city, is administering a survey to gauge bus rider satisfaction with the... read more
Small Business Saturday -- Saturday, November 27
MAYOR BLOOMBERG AND AMERICAN EXPRESS CEO KENNETH CHENAULT LAUNCH "SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY" Nationwide Effort to Spur Business for Small Merchants on Saturday, November 27 between Black Friday and Cyber Monday New York City is the First to Proclaim Day as Small Business Saturday, and Mayor Bloomberg and American... read more
Election Day Information
It's Election Day -- Remember to Vote! Polls are open now, and New Yorkers can vote today until 9:00 PM. Exercise your civic duty and vote! Courtesy of City Council Member Dan Garodnick -- supplemented with additional information from the East Midtown Partnership -- here... read more
United Nations General Assembly Advisory
Due to the visit of world leaders for the 65th Session of the United Nations General Assembly and other High-Level Meetings, there will be street closures and other traffic restrictions, security check points, and extremely limited parking in the vicinity of the United Nations from Monday, September 20,... read more
United Nations General Assembly Advisory *Updated*
Due to the visit of world leaders for the 65th Session of the United Nations General Assembly and other High-Level Meetings, there will be street closures and other traffic restrictions, security check points, and extremely limited parking in the vicinity of the United Nations from Monday, September 20,... read more
2010 Annual Meeting Recap
MORE THAN 100 GUESTS ATTEND 2010 ANNUAL MEETING Debra Fechter Re-Elected Chair More then one hundred people -- a record crowd -- packed the Friars Club on the morning of Thursday, June 17, for the East Midtown Partnership's 9th Annual Meeting of Membership. Debra G. Fechter, a partner at Digby Management Co. LLC,... read more
10th Annual Meeting & Photo Exhibit and Reception Slated for December 8
Please plan to join us for the East Midtown Partnership's 10 th Annual Meeting: Thursday, December 8, 2011 at 5:30 PM. The meeting will be held at historic Central Synagogue, 652 Lexington Avenue; enter through the ground floor entrance on East 55th Street. This year, we're not only celebrating a 10-year landmark. We'll also be hosting a cocktail... read more
East Midtown Partnership Launches Membership Drive
The By-Laws of the East Midtown Partnership state that property owners, commercial tenants, residents, and other interested parties must fill out a registration form to become Registered Members of the East Midtown Partnership. Only Registered Members can vote in the election for the Board of Directors and on other matters that may arise at the Annual... read more
EAST MIDTOWN EVENT LISTING
The following upcoming events are taking place in and around East Midtown Manhattan. If you have an event you'd like listed, send us an e-mail or call 212-813-0030. Wednesday, May 12 Lighthouse International POSH Sale Benefit Preview Lighthouse International, 111 East 59th Street Thursday, May 13 (through Sunday, May... read more
New Brochure Details EMP Activities
[June 18, 2009] -- Although we've been getting a lot more attention over the past year, we recognize that many members of our community still aren't quite sure what the East Midtown Partnership does, or how we benefit the entire community. To heighten awareness of our programs and encourage people to take advantage of our... read more
Sidewalk Planting Initiative Beautifies District Streetscape
In May, the East Midtown Partnership began planting tree pits in the district as the cornerstone of our community beautification efforts. As of this writing, 25 tree pits along East 56th and East 57th streets have been planted with colorful begonias and coleus, and another seven pits on East 58th Street will be planted shortly. ... read more
East Midtown Canvass Begins
Beginning on Monday, August 11, East Midtown Partnership representatives will be walking door-to-door throughout the district, collecting information from local businesses. We'll be visiting each ground floor establishment to hand out our new brochure, make sure you're aware of our services, introduce you to existing and upcoming programs, encourage owners and employees to join our e-mail... read more
Annual Meeting Highlights Accomplishments & Honors Leaders
& On June 18, the East Midtown Partnership held its 8th Annual Meeting at Astra, on the 14th Floor of the D&D Building. Although it was a dreary, rainy morning, more than 90 people - a record crowd! - gathered to... read more
Blocks of the Month: Park Avenue, East 50th Street
Congratulations to the property owners, businesses, and residents from our two most recent Blocks of the Month! MAY Park Avenue, between East 58th Street and East 59th Street This block of Park... read more
Blocks of the Month: Madison Avenue
Congratulating some of the honorees at Allen Edmonds, 551 Madison Avenue. Pictured (from left): Sergio Turaev of Allen Edmonds; EMP security officer Kwan Eggleston; Majida Ismaili Alaoui of Allen Edmonds; EMP president Rob Byrnes; EMP Clean Patrol member Neil Albright; Clean Patrol supervisor Terry Johnson; and... read more
Block of Month: East 58th Street
Pictured (clockwise from lower right): EMP Clean Patrol worker Gary Brown and his supervisor, Denton Smith; Ashleigh Gersh of Orley Shabahang, 241 East 58th Street; EMP security officer Rory Grey and Director of Operations Bob Iovino; Min Bhujel of Chola, 232 East... read more
Block of the Month Program Kicks Off
Congratulations to the January, 2009 "East Midtown Block of the Month": East 55th Street, between Lexington Avenue and Third Avenue. From left: EMP security supervisor Wardell Striggles; Lana Bargraser of Allure Day Spa & Hair Design; EMP President Rob Byrnes; ... read more
Debra Fechter Elected Chairperson of East Midtown Partnership
NEW YORK, NY, June 24, 2008 – Debra G. Fechter, Partner, of Digby Management Company has been elected Chairperson of the East Midtown Partnership’s (EMP) Board of Directors. Ms. Fechter, who has served on the Business Improvement District’s Board for the past six years, most recently acting as Treasurer, succeeds Jeff Spiritos, who has held... read more