Noreen Whysel 
WEST 104TH STREET BLOCK ASSOCIATION BLOCK BYTES Pansy Planting and Tree Bed Clean Up Join us this Sunday, 29 March 2025 from 10am to 11:30 am to plant pansies! Meet in front of 315 RSD Have an hour to spare? We can use your hands! RSVP to Larry via email Be safe, and do keep … Read more
WEST 104TH STREET BLOCK ASSOCIATION BLOCK BYTES Click below for the latest newsletter Blizzard Photo Request We had a tremendous reaction to my request for blizzard photos. Inundated, really. We will be posting some on the website soon. Dues, Dues, Dues It is now dues time. And- this is directed to those who do not … Read more
WEST 104TH STREET BLOCK ASSOCIATION BLOCK BYTES 895 WEA Lobby Sit Tuesday, March 24 The Block Association is having a meet and greet in the Lobby of 895 WEA between 5:00 and 7:00 pm. Come by and say hi. Buy merchandise, pay dues. Tell us how we are doing! Be safe, and do keep in touch … Read more
Alex Crawford of CB7 has advised of Sanitations schedule post blizzard. This is what they have told her: With an unprecedented number of emergency snow shovelers, Sanitation workers are able to both continue operating salt spreaders and snow plows, while also beginning to collect trash and compostable material. The Department is asking New Yorkers, if … Read more
WEST 104TH STREET BLOCK ASSOCIATION BLOCK BYTES Neighbors, Do you have any interesting photos from the Blizzard of 2026 If so, please send them to me. We’d love to document these intense and memorable few days together as a community. A few important reminders: Be safe, and do keep in touch with us. Thanks! Steven … Read more
Caitlin Hawke a local writer from 103rd Street is doing a survey on the old Mom and Pop Stores. Which ones do you remember fondly? Here is her request: Dear Neighbors: From the Horn & Hardart Automat to the Movie Place, which businesses do you miss the most? Where did you shop locally? Dine cozily? … Read more
Dear Neighbors: We are very excited to announce that we are co-sponsoring two film series with the Uptown Film Center this winter and spring, with a special discount for West 104 Street Block Association residents. Tickets are on sale now. The first series, “Science on Screen,” will feature three films, each introduced by a scientist, … Read more
WEST 104TH STREET BLOCK ASSOCIATION BLOCK BYTES Composting Adventures Did you know that plastic bags and wraps are not recyclable? I did not! Here is a list of 5 things that you also might not know- I certainly did not: Happy New Year! West 104th Street Last Night Even the Garbage Looked Pretty Be safe, … Read more
WEST 104TH STREET BLOCK ASSOCIATION BLOCK BYTES Fire Safety Tips for the Holidays While the cause of the Amsterdam and 107 Street fire this past Tuesday remains under investigation, there are conditions that increase the likelihood of fires this time of year. We should especially be mindful of seasonal hazards such as space heaters, holiday … Read more
WEST 104TH STREET BLOCK ASSOCIATION BLOCK BYTES Over the past year, the Block Association has distributed approximately 250 free composting pails to residents. Combined with other neighborhood initiatives, this effort has contributed to a significant decline in rat sightings, demonstrating the impact of proper organic-waste management on local sanitation and public health. Our local success … Read more