Scads of young people who live, laugh, and love in The East and West Villages are dropping the “the” prefacing “village.” But now that it’s New York Times official, is it here to stay?

This year’s edition of “[259] Things Every New Yorker Should Know” included a distinction: “West 8th Street, between Sixth Avenue and Macdougal, is foot-massage row with three perpetually bustling spots (ShunFa, All Seasons Body Work, and Renew).” I decided to get in on the action.

“I wouldn’t say it was a fight, but there were things that had to be addressed.” In her own words, the activist and wife of Edie Windsor shares how she got her “way” on Washington Square Park North—and why it’s important to remember how recent Edie’s victory for marriage equality was.

Ari Barash, Cooper Union sophomore, multidisciplinary artist, and musician took the top honors in our second annual competition.

Meet the finalists for this year’s Student Art Competition.

“People want to walk in her shoes and shop where she shopped,” the owner of C.O. Bigelow muses on Carolyn Besette and the crowds brought in by Love Story.

Get the full schedule for April 29–May 2.

Win a summer-long showcase in Astor Place Plaza and a $1000 cash prize. Deadline: March 31.

The Village is full of cafes, studios, salons, etc. that aren’t secret, per se, but you won’t find them without some legwork.

Signorelli dropped by Village Alliance HQ to share some fascinating intel on her hometown, from casino economics to sourcing a vintage showgirl costume (it’s harder than you’d think). Her fresh takes on NYC restaurants and the Village, meanwhile, should interest anyone involved in city real estate—or pastries.

It’s been a memorable year for the Village. Join us in looking back at some of its highlights.

It is with deep sadness that the Village Alliance shares the news that our founding Executive Director, Honi Klein, passed away on Sunday, November 30, 2025.

Big Rumi, a sculpture by Ghada Amer, Featured at Ruth Wittenberg Triangle as part of Village Alliance’s Art in Plazas Program.

This year, skip the big-box rush and explore the classics, crowd-pleasers, and creative surprises of the Village.

This month, we chatted with Caroline Weaver, the owner of Locavore Variety Store at 434 Sixth Avenue, about the second edition of The Locavore Guide, changes to the store over its first year-and-a-half in business in the Village, and the importance of shopping local.

Artwork by Five Older Adults Featured at Astor Place Plaza as Part of Village Alliance’s Art in Plazas Program.

In the Village, we have plenty of unique spaces that will turn your gathering into a memorable celebration. From intimate bars to spacious halls, here are some standout options that promise an unforgettable backdrop for your holiday party.

Comprehensive, districtwide streetscape initiative to add green infrastructure to enhance beauty and health of globally recognized neighborhood.

More than 60,000 students call Greenwich Village home each fall. If you’re one of them, welcome to the Village! Here’s the lowdown on the different parts of your new home.

For three Saturdays this August, enjoy a car-free Lafayette Street as a part of NYC DOT’s Summer Streets program.