in and around the park, public space, NYC & more
There was lots going on this past weekend at Washington Square. Good thing Phase II construction on the Eastern side finished in time! First, Adoptapalooza on Saturday, June 4th featured over 100 cats and dogs … Read more…
Last Week — This little girl is contemplating giving some money (in her hand) to a band (not seen; to the right of the frame) who were playing by the Fountain. She tentatively walked over … Read more…
Tomorrow, Sunday, May 15th, at the park, a Meditation Flash Mob! It’s free from 12-1:30 p.m. Meet near the Arch. From the web site: The intention: 1. To create an environment for people from all … Read more…
“Untitled 20th Century Film Project” which I posted last week as working along Washington Square North Friday 4/29 was hit Fox television show “Glee.” Scenes from the upcoming season finale were filmed at Washington Square … Read more…
Superb video of Friday’s Earth Day Action — nicely edited, concise, fun to watch – and all set to music! ************************************************************** The previous WSP Blog post on this action, “For Earth Day, Banner Launched Via … Read more…
Environmental activists took to Washington Square Park on Friday, Earth Day, with a flamboyant action in which large, colorful, helium-filled balloons ascended to the top of the Arch with a banner proclaiming, “Mayor Bloomberg: Why … Read more…
Gorgeous sand painting being created at the park near the Arch this past Saturday by artist Joe Mangrum who told me he comes to Washington Square usually every Saturday if the weather’s nice starting around … Read more…
This is a really sweet and interesting interview by Colin Jones with Paul, a fixture at the park you’ve likely encountered, who proclaims himself “The Birdman of Washington Square.” It’s true, as he says, that, … Read more…
The Park. Tuesday — People enjoying the Plaza by the Fountain. Music. Conversation. Then, large New York Police Department van appears, just sitting there, for how long I’m not sure. I realize there are people … Read more…
Items needed for Animal Care & Control Shelter System in NYC. Totally problematic system in need of reform (see blog post below), but, if you have any of these items (blankets, cat litter, toys, cleaning … Read more…
It’s unclear when these blue recycling bins arrived but you can now recycle your bottles and cans at the park instead of tossing them in the trash. Not many public spaces in New York City … Read more…
Late February. Pretty amazing… Photo: Riomaro
I noted last week how empty Washington Square Park was as I walked there but at no time did I feel nervous walking through. Yet, A Walk In the Park Blog reports that two people … Read more…
Huffington Post New York reports that Unsilent Night in New York City will take place this coming Saturday, December 18th beginning at 6:45 p.m. at Washington Square Park under the Arch. The event was started … Read more…