Village News
Jun 02, 2025
In a heartfelt celebration of one of America’s most influential playwrights, East 9th Street between University Place and Broadway has officially been co-named Terrence McNally Way, honoring the five-time Tony Award winner whose words helped shape modern theatre—and whose spirit continues to shape the Village.
May 29, 2025
Pride month in New York City is a celebration of love, identity, and resilience, with the Village at the heart of the festivities. From historic marches to avant-garde performances, here's your curated guide to the most vibrant Pride events in these iconic neighborhoods.
May 22, 2025
Sunday, June 29, 2025, marks one of the most anticipated celebrations of the year: the NYC Pride March. Greenwich Village is at the heart of it all, with rainbow flags waving proudly and thousands gathering to celebrate love, identity, and progress.
May 13, 2025
Artwork by first-year Cooper Union Student featured at Astor Place Plaza as part of the Village Alliance’s Art in Plazas Program.
Apr 28, 2025
Graduation is no small feat. After years of caffeine-fueled study sessions, late-night cramming, and big dreams, it’s finally time to put away the ramen packs and celebrate with a proper meal. And what better place to toast this milestone than in the Village, where history, charm, and serious culinary talent come together on every block? We’ve rounded up eight standout restaurants, each with its own flavor, vibe, and style—perfect for marking the occasion with friends, family, and maybe a few well-earned toasts.
St. Mark's Burgers & Dogs is serving up fresh-ground burgers and deep-fried hot dogs with old-school style and unforgettable flavor.
Apr 25, 2025
For four days this spring, the Village becomes the beating heart of global storytelling. From April 30 to May 3, PEN America’s World Voices Festival returns for its 20th edition—a milestone that brings together over 80 writers from more than 30 countries in a spirited, joyful celebration of literature’s power to connect across borders, languages, and experiences.
Apr 01, 2025
This April, poetry takes center stage in Greenwich Village as the Village Alliance and the Poetry Society of America come together to celebrate National Poetry Month with a unique installation at Ruth Wittenberg Triangle. Six tabletops in the public plaza at 8th Street and Sixth Avenue now bear the words of poets with deep ties to the neighborhood, inviting passersby to pause, read, and reflect.
[VOTING NOW CLOSED] Until April 6, you have the chance to help improve district safety around the West 4th Subway Station by voting for the installation of security cameras for PSA4, 6th, 9th & 13th Precincts as part of NYC Council Member Carlina Rivera's participatory budgeting program.
Mar 26, 2025
Exciting news for cyclists, commuters, and anyone who loves a more connected, safer Village: Sixth Avenue has a major upgrade from Lispenard Street in Tribeca to West 13th Street in the Village. Thanks to a new project from NYC DOT, this stretch now features safer, double-width bike lanes, making the Village a more welcoming place for our visitors and residents on two wheels.
Mar 03, 2025
It is with great sadness that we acknowledge the passing of our fellow board member, dear friend, and longtime colleague, Michael E. Levine.
Feb 27, 2025
Join us in welcoming Empire Cake to the Village. We chatted with co-owners Eric & Jim about their shop, why they decided to bring their business to the Village, and their favorite part of being in the Neighborhood.
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