Plus a new mural on White and Broadway; a free event at PAC NYC's lobby stage; the train at Washington Market Park's playground is no more.
The Parks Department will open the park late two mornings a week and use a battery of techniques to hopefully diminish the rat population. / 2 comments
The plan will replace the asphalt paths and the benches, and improve drainage on the lawn. / 2 comments
Plus a clean-up day tomorrow at Washington Market Park; Hal Bromm curates an auction that celebrates queer artists; a glimpse back in time at El Teddy's; Bogardus gets a hand from The Hort. / 1 comment
Two events in the park at the end of the month. Plus a vocal concert in BPC; sky-high tagging at 45 Park Place.
Plus signs of life in death in the river; the Odeon under wraps; a site-specific performance at South Cove.
Plus Tai Chi Tuesdays for adults; Ladybug Day for kids in Washington Market Park; and Ritual Dental is open.
The asphalt path that circles the lawn has deteriorated and will get replaced along with the park's benches. / 2 comments
Plus Mary Jaeger at Crafts at the Cathedral; Tribeca Dental Design moves to 55 Murray; Rockefeller Park menorah and tree lighting,
The park hosted its two annual events: the ninth Pumpkin Carving Contest and the Halloween Parade, which may be the neighborhood's oldest tradition. / 1 comment
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