Mad. Sq. Eats is back to fill Worth Square with delightful treats! This month long outdoor food haven fills Worth Square with the diverse tastes of some of the city’s most raved about eateries. All are welcome to stroll, grab, drink and EAT starting May 4 through June 1 everyday from 11am to 9pm. There’s… Read more
April 18, 2012
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A Chat with MSPC President, Debbie Landau
Madison Square is in peak bloom and here’s what Conservancy President, Debbie Landau, has to say about springtime in the park and our upcoming season of programming. What is your favorite time of year in the Park? Why? Spring is a very special time of the year. The park is waking up from its winter… Read more
April 17, 2012
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Spring Blossoms
Our ornamental cherry and apple trees are presently in peak bloom, here at Madison Square Park. Flowers usually only last a week so you better catch them before they’re gone. For thirteen hundred years Japan has celebrated the beautiful spring blossoms of the Sakura trees, commonly known as flowering cherry. The term Hanami was used… Read more
April 17, 2012
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Interesting Blooming Plants
Spring blooms are anticipated and appreciated, with Tulips, Daffodils, Bradford Pears among others being represented well all over the city. The following however is a small list of some spring blooming flora that you can see in Madison Square Park right now that are not as popular, but are interesting and even arresting despite their… Read more
March 22, 2012
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Delightful Daffodils
Those familiar with Greek mythology may recall the story of Narcissus, a man so beautiful that upon seeing his own reflection in a pool of water, became mesmerized. Unable to leave the beauty of his own reflection he died. The story continues that a flower grew from the ground where he died. The flower was… Read more
March 6, 2012
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Playground Dedication Ceremony
We are proud to invite you to a very special occasion in Mad. Sq. Park. On Saturday, March 10 from 11am-12pm, NYPD Commissioner Ray Kelly, NYC Parks Commissioner Adrian Benepe, Council Speaker Christine C. Quinn and Conservancy Chairman David Berliner will preside over the dedication of the playground in Mad. Sq. Park in honor of… Read more
February 22, 2012
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Hellebores: A Winter Wonder
If you have noticed the warm weather this winter, you may also have noticed that many bulbs and plants are popping up and budding – and in fact, they have been for some time. The Hellebores in the Park were in bud by early December which is a tad early, but are now in full… Read more
February 22, 2012
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Plants in Progress
The spring equinox might not be arriving for another month, but Madison Square Park’s bulbs are already preparing for warmer weather. Maybe Punxsutawney Phil did see his shadow earlier this month, but six more weeks of winter do not seem to be on the agenda this year.
January 26, 2012
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A Green Winter
Evergreen plants have been revered in temperate zones throughout history as symbols of hope, strength and everlasting life. So, it’s no surprise that these persistent plants are present in various cultures. Every year during the Holidays in Mad. Sq. Park, we decorate with a large evergreen tree and garland. This year we even added some… Read more
January 25, 2012
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Hawk in the Hood
As stated in an earlier post, we have a new resident in Madison Square Park, and the pigeons and squirrels are not happy about it. Red-tailed Hawks are one of the most common birds of prey in North America, inhabiting open country, woodlands, prairies, mountains, plains and of course the occasional bustling metropolis. While it… Read more
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