we just moved back to nyc and our daughter needs some "local" friends. I simply cannot justify paying $40-$50 for a class/playdate. getting on the subway to visit friends downtown is just too tiring and requires a lot of effort.
we live by carl shurtz park. it's beautiful and a great place to meet up.
Re: any UES moms with 11 month old?
welcome back, I live in midtown so it looks like I am out... but for $15 there is a music class also in my area if you are will to travel 31 and park, music with james https://musicwithjames.com/ My daughter loves it.