When we were praying about locations for Liberty Church’s second community in NYC, Union Square was definitely one near the top of our list. With its easy access from anywhere in the city and diversity at every corner (literally), we couldn’t be more excited to now call Union Square our new gathering place.
So here are some of our favorite features of this historic Manhattan intersection.
Farmers Market.
One of the most frequented events in Union Square is the Union Square Greenmarket, where you can find a nearly endless variety of local foods and products from hundreds of vendors. The market is held on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from 8am to 6pm.
The Art.
From the statues to the architecture to the metronome clock, Union Square is home to some of the most unique art in the city. While we may never know if there’s some sort of secret meaning behind the numbers of the metronome, it’s at least fun to look at!
Grey Dog’s.
Grey’s Dogs, located on 90 University Place, is a great spot to grab coffee or a quick meal with friends. They have an impressive menu and a comfortable, rustic vibe - perfect for either a Saturday afternoon brunch or a late-night bite mid-week.
Grey’s Dogs, located on 90 University Place, is a great spot to grab coffee or a quick meal with friends. They have an impressive menu and a comfortable, rustic vibe - perfect for either a Saturday afternoon brunch or a late-night bite mid-week.
The Shopping.
Who needs a shopping mall when you have the stores of Union Square? Whether you need groceries (Whole Foods), shoes (DSW), or a new television (Best Buy), the square has just about every store you could need within a few blocks radius.
The Location.
Union Square is a transportation hub - a subway stop for 7 different lines that lead to most of Manhattan and into Brooklyn, which makes it one of the easiest destinations to get to in the city. And, well, that can be pretty helpful when you don’t have a car - take it from us.
Green Scenery.
It’s easy to get lost in grey when living in or visiting the concrete jungle, and Union Square park provides that little escape into nature…even if it’s just about 6 acres-worth.
Max Brenner.
Located on 841 Broadway (between 13th and 14th Streets), Max Brenner is a restaurant and specialty shop that revolves around chocolate. Need we say more?
Located on 841 Broadway (between 13th and 14th Streets), Max Brenner is a restaurant and specialty shop that revolves around chocolate. Need we say more?
New York Film Academy.
…and we’re not just saying that because it’s home to Liberty Church Union Square! The NYFA is a world-renowned film and acting school with program locations throughout the world. We’ve got to say - it’s pretty cool to have our 2nd community held where so many pioneers of the film industry have stepped foot.
It’s where people come to be seen and heard.
Whether it’s to give free hugs, play an impromptu concert with your new band, or dress up in a banana suit…in Union Square, just about anything goes. And, in a city where it’s easy to get caught up in doing and saying all the right things, we like that Union Square celebrates people who think and act outside of the box.
It’s the melting pot of NYC.
On that same note, Union Square is a place where people from all different boroughs, backgrounds, and walks of life seem to collide. It’s that diversity in itself that makes Union Square a destination of its own in NYC.
On that same note, Union Square is a place where people from all different boroughs, backgrounds, and walks of life seem to collide. It’s that diversity in itself that makes Union Square a destination of its own in NYC.
Not to mention that Liberty Church has Sunday services right in Union Square. If you’re looking for a church or community in NYC, we’d love for you to join us! Our Union Square community meets at 7pm on Sunday evenings, or you could visit our Sunday 11am service at Tribeca Cinemas.
For more information email info@libertychurchnyc.com.
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