Just a few of the reasons it's (still) good to be home.

 Milton Glaser, 2011 Unsung Hero of the Upper West Side 

R.O. Blechman, LW! 25th Anniversary honoree  

The historic FDNY Fireboat John J. Harvey, whose heroic contributions to 9/11 rescue efforts are captured in Maira Kalman's book for young people

Our skyline of twin towers, including the San Remo Apartments (Individual Landmark at 145-146 Central Park West, Emery Roth, 1929-30). Also the El Dorado (Individual Landmark at 300 Central Park West, Margon & Holder and Emery Roth, 1930), featured in the header skyline above.

   Block pride (photo by Stephen F. Harmon)

 Traditions that make us smile (photo by Stephen F. Harmon)

Neighborhood institutions like the Cafe 82 "Breakfast Club" 

Future generations growing up understanding the importance of history and community. 

 Share your reasons for loving the West Side.

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