Update 2:13 p.m! Confirmed by NYC Parks Department. From Cristina DeLuca from NYC Parks Department Press Office: Yes, I can confirm. Archaeologists and engineers are on the scene to make a preliminary report and nothing further is known at this time. —————————————————————————————————– More information on the tombstone that may have been was uncovered on Friday, [...]
All posts for the month October, 2009
More on Tombstone Discovery At Washington Square Park Which Could Date Back to 18th Century — Update: Confirmed!
Posted by cathryn on October 26, 2009
http://washingtonsquareparkblog.com/2009/10/26/more-on-possible-tombstone-discovery-at-washington-square-park-discovery-could-date-back-to-18th-century/
Was a Tombstone Discovered Today at Washington Square Park While Digging Up Southwest side?
As many people know, Washington Square Park was previously a burial ground – a “potters field” – from 1797-1825. It is believed that up to 20,000 bodies were buried there at that time. During Phase I redesign construction in mid-to-late January of 2008, workers found at least four intact skeletons and 70-80 human bones (See [...]
Posted by cathryn on October 23, 2009
http://washingtonsquareparkblog.com/2009/10/23/was-a-tombstone-discovered-today-at-washington-square-park-while-digging-up-southwest-side/
Washington Square Park Redesign: Phase II — Photos
WSP Blog is taking a short hiatus until Monday, November 2nd (right before Election Day!) but there’s still a few posts lingering (more updated photos of the work, and some commentary) that I’ll post in the interim so check back!
Posted by cathryn on October 20, 2009
http://washingtonsquareparkblog.com/2009/10/20/washington-square-park-redesign-phase-ii-photos/
Electric Literature Soapbox Reading Series #2 Tuesday, October 20th at Washington Square Park 12 noon – 4 p.m.
Electric Literature: The Soapbox Reading Series #2 @ Washington Square Park * Tuesday, October 20th Electric Literature is a magazine featuring literary fiction based in Brooklyn. Tuesday, October 20th is part 2 of their Soapbox Reading Series. They invite you to come have your lunch in Washington Square Park… and enjoy a story. Last Tuesday [...]
Posted by cathryn on October 19, 2009
http://washingtonsquareparkblog.com/2009/10/19/electric-literature-soapbox-reading-series-2-tuesday-october-20th-at-washington-square-park-12-noon-4-p-m/
Next NYC Mayoral Debate Tuesday, Oct. 27th, 7 p.m.; Two Male Candidates, All Male Reporters will Conduct “Debate”
The next NYC Mayoral Debate will be held Tuesday, October 27th from 7- 8 p.m. between (candidate-with-multiple-paid-for-party-affiliations-but-declared-as) Independent Michael Bloomberg and Democratic Party Candidate William Thompson. It will air on WABC-TV, 1010 WINS Radio, and at 7online.com. All New York City election debates are presented by the Campaign Finance Board. There are ONLY two debates [...]
Posted by cathryn on October 19, 2009
http://washingtonsquareparkblog.com/2009/10/19/next-nyc-mayoral-debate-tuesday-oct-27th-7-p-m-two-male-candidates-all-male-reporters-will-conduct-debate/
Freddy’s Brooklyn Roundhouse Cable/Internet Show Covers Jane Jacobs’ Event at Judson Church in Two Episodes
Freddy’s Brooklyn Roundhouse is a well-produced “non-corporate media” outlet, viewed on MNN (Manhattan Neighborhood Network), BCAT (Brooklyn Community Access Television) and YouTube, covering topics such as The Atlantic Yards, media consolidation, Eminent Domain abuse, as well as changes linked to (over) development in NYC. The program is airing a two part show from September 22nd’s [...]
Posted by cathryn on October 16, 2009
http://washingtonsquareparkblog.com/2009/10/16/freddys-brooklyn-roundhouse-cableinternet-show-covers-jane-jacobs-event-at-judson-church-in-two-episodes/
NY Daily News: Insiders Say Term Limits, Supporter Apathy Could Damage Mayor Bloomberg’s Chances of Reelection
Adam Lisberg, The New York Daily News City Hall Bureau Chief, has an interesting article, “Insiders say term limits, supporter apathy could damage Mayor Bloomberg’s chances of reelection,”in today’s paper. From the article: Mayor Bloomberg’s campaign may look unbeatable – but some insiders see troubling signs that he could be tossed out of City Hall. [...]
Posted by cathryn on October 15, 2009
http://washingtonsquareparkblog.com/2009/10/15/ny-daily-news-insiders-say-term-limits-supporter-apathy-could-damage-mayor-bloombergs-chances-of-reelection/
Phase II Washington Square Park Redesign: The Signs Arrive!
Last week, I was wondering where the signs were that would alert people as to why 1/2 of Washington Square Park, a public space, was now suddenly shuttered to public use. The signs have now arrived – although sporadically placed – and the top official NYC Parks Department “Working to Improve Your Park” sign states [...]
Posted by cathryn on October 14, 2009
http://washingtonsquareparkblog.com/2009/10/14/phase-ii-washington-square-park-redesign-the-signs-arrive/
First NYC Mayoral Debate between Michael Bloomberg and William Thompson Tonite Live on NY1 * Plus A Video To See
The first NYC Mayoral Debate between Democrat-turned-Republican-turned-Independent-turned-’whoever will support me (and I can throw some money at), I’ll be their-candidate’ Michael Bloomberg and Democratic Party candidate William Thompson will occur tonite, Tuesday, October 13th. It will last only one hour from 7 to 8 p.m. and will be broadcast LIVE on NY1 from El Museo [...]
Posted by cathryn on October 13, 2009
http://washingtonsquareparkblog.com/2009/10/13/first-nyc-mayoral-debate-between-michael-bloomberg-and-william-thompson-tonite-live-on-ny1-a-video-to-see/
Electric Literature “Soapbox Reading Series” Arrives at Washington Square Park for Two Tuesdays – October 13th and 20th; 12 noon
At the Park! On Tuesday, October 13th and Tuesday, October 20th, “The Soapbox Reading Series” arrives at Washington Square Park presented by literary magazine Electric Literature which is based in Brooklyn. Authors of literary fiction with a variety of writing styles will read their work “atop a box in the middle of Washington Square Park.” [...]
Posted by cathryn on October 12, 2009
http://washingtonsquareparkblog.com/2009/10/12/electric-literature-soapbox-reading-series-arrives-at-washington-square-park-for-two-tuesdays-october-13th-and-20th-12-noon/
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