Union Square Partnership

We are thrilled to announce the appointment of John Cinosky from ABS Partners Real Estate as Co-Chair of the Union Square Partnership Board of Directors ?? John joins our Board’s President and Co-Chair Jen Hensley, Executive Director Julie Stein, AICP and Deputy Director and Chief Strategy Officer Ed Janoff in our shared work to advance the USQNext Vision Plan, guide our district and advocate for the future of Union Square. On behalf of Union Square Partnership’s board, staff and wider community, we would like to extend our deepest thanks to Bill Abramson for a decade of leadership and strategic guidance, as well as 20 years of service to our district. We commend Bill on his tenure with USP, and we look forward to his next chapter. Please join us in congratulating, John! ?? Read more here: https://bit.ly/3AU0Tpj

November is here! Explore insights from our Q3 Biz + Broker, discover the exciting events coming up this month, and look back on the unforgettable night we had at Harvest! Read more at https://bit.ly/3YSTHmt ??

?? Thank You, Union Square Community! ?? We’re thrilled to share that Harvest 2024 was a tremendous success! Thanks to our incredible community, we raised over $350,000 to support Union Square Park’s ongoing care and programming. The evening was filled with great food, fun, and community, with Union Square’s top restaurants serving up unforgettable bites and drinks. Check out the highlights and photos from the event here: https://lnkd.in/g8TTz9ff Your support makes Union Square thrive! The funds raised at Harvest are essential for maintaining and enhancing the park throughout the year. Every dollar goes directly toward: ?? Landscaping & Beautification of plazas, lawns, and seating areas ?? Clean Team & Public Safety Officers to keep the park safe and welcoming ?? Free Community Programming, like our popular Summer in the Square series Help us keep the momentum going! Harvest is our biggest fundraiser, but Union Square Park relies on ongoing support year-round. Consider joining us by making a one-time or monthly contribution to sustain Union Square’s vibrancy throughout the year: https://lnkd.in/gbwyphQM

Union Square continues to be a prime destination for exciting pop-up events, drawing a diverse crowd and hosting a variety of activities. Recently, American Express hosted their Amex Gold Cafe at 31 E 17th St, partnering with Dunkin'' and Resy to deliver a unique and memorable dining experience. Highlights included dishes from popular spots like Rubirosa, a ‘Last Light’ five-course meal featuring iconic New York City restaurants, and D?ň?t by Dunkin’, a gourmet spin on classic Dunkin' favorites. With robust foot traffic, a resurgence of retail and dining, and the return of students to the area, Union Square is buzzing with opportunities for temporary experiences that leave a lasting impression. We can't wait to see who calls our neighborhood their temporary home next! ??: Peter Joseph DiLorenzo

Bauli Group, the renowned Italian baked goods brand known for its pandoro and panettone, is bringing its first-ever U.S. brick-and-mortar pastry shop to New York which will allow you to taste a new take on the Pandoro recipe, baked on-premise daily! Bauli just signed a 10-year lease for 2,970 sq. ft. space at 866 Broadway, a historic building in our Union Square district. Bauli's European cafés, Minuto di Bauli, offer a delicious assortment of baked?goods, customizable with various indulgent fillings and paired with?coffee. Bauli?currently has?13?locations across Italy and Austria, and now, NYC is next on the list! “Every decision Bauli makes is strategic," says RIPCO Real Estate's Emily Kripitz, who helped secure the location, "and they found the perfect spot for their U.S. debut." Stay tuned for updates on when you can grab your first bite of authentic Italian goodness in the heart of NYC.

Diner en Blanc brought magic to Union Square last week! ? Thousands gathered in style, surrounded by stunning performances, great food, and an electric atmosphere. From the intricate outfits to the beautiful decor, every detail made it a night to remember. Union Square never felt more alive, proving once again that it’s a place for everyone to come together and celebrate ?? ??: Jane Kratochvil + Eric Vitale

October has arrived in Union Square! Check out our newsletter and learn about exciting upcoming events, take a look-back to Diner en Blanc, and read about our new Broadway Plaza. Head to https://bit.ly/4gMMWd6 to read more ??

Calling all residents, students, shoppers, workers, and visitors in Union Square ?? The deadline to make your voice heard in the 2024 Community Opinion Survey is quickly approaching. We want to know your thoughts on the Union Square-14th Street District and how we can help improve it. Participants of the survey will have the chance to win a $50 Gift Certificate to a neighborhood business of their choice ?? Keep an eye out for the stickers on our bistro tables or click bit.ly/uspcos2024 to take it now! #unionsquareny

We are thrilled to celebrate the completion of this phase of the Broadway Vision Plan, which includes the transformation of Broadway from 17th Street to 21st Street ?? Thank you to everyone who helped make our vision a reality, we hope you come visit us soon!

Nicholas Haines, CEO of The Bromley Companies and Union Square Partnership board member, is driving a modern approach in curating their building mix to attract office tenants while also incorporating desirable ground-floor uses that enhance the overall neighborhood. Bromley is leading the way with a strategic and forward-thinking approach to office space in an era of change and evolution.