Congratulations to WSA’s own Judy Paul for her nomination to the Washington Square Parks Arts Committee, recognition of her decades of contributions to our neighborhood, including the highly successful Village Trip festival.
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This afternoon immersion in chess strategy in the Washington Square Park Chess Plaza will commence October 22nd with a lecture by chess Grandmaster, John Fedorowicz, and will be followed by a simultaneous exhibition during which Fedorowicz will play 23 players at once. Free to the public, all ages are welcome to participate.
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The Washington Square Music Festival announces its program for 4 concerts in June.
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Our first Annual WSA Chess Exhibition with chess grandmaster Max Dlugy was a tremendous success. 23 players tried to best #1 ranked blitz chess players, and 2 were able to secure a draw - including a 9 year old. Check out the photos.
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In response to growing concerns from our community about the state of Washington Square Park, the WSA has met with numerous stakeholders to formulate our policy recommendations.
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After multiple meetings, the WSA is pleased to report on the progress we have seen in the park and the policies that are driving the improvement.
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The WSA is working with the Parks Department, NYPD and local community organizations to help address the chaos and lawlessness in Washington Square Park. Here’s what you need to know.
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With 32 lights out in the park, the WSA sprang into action and coordinated with William Morrison, Brad Hoylman, Bill Castro and the Department of Transportation to ensure a bright and safer park.
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The park is as beautiful as ever, so we pulled some of our favorite photos from different areas of the park to celebrate the beauty and creative energy of our beautiful park.
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The Washington Square Association is pleased to launch a lecture series on contemporary arts in and around
Washington Square. The first program will focus on the exciting world of theater. Oskar Eustis, the acclaimed artistic director of The Public Theater, will speak about the enduring legacy of Joe Papp and the inspiration and support The Public Theater continues to provide for up-and-coming talent.
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Music Director Lutz Rath has announced the 61st season of the Washington Square Music Festival, taking place Tuesdays in June on the Main Stage in the center of Washington Square Park. All four concerts are free. The Festival is under the auspices of the Washington Square Association, Inc. Seating is first come, first served.
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Join us for the WSA annual meeting where we will hear from local community leaders such as Washington Square Park Administrator George Velonikas, GVSHP Director Andrew Berman and President of the Salmagundi Club Robert Pillsbury.
We will be serving wine, appetizers and cheeses. The speakers begin promptly at 6:30pm.
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