NY Knicks John Starks, DOWNTOWN CEO & Publisher, Grace Capobianco and the guys from Wire International Realty team. Photo: Courtesy of Tara Salvemini
You can’t consider yourself a real New-Yorker unless you’ve been to at least one infamous New York City Block Party.
On Saturday the 27th, the sun was shining and the North Cove Boat Marina was packed as people from all over New York City headed out to the 13th annual Battery Park City Block Party. Starting at 11:30, there was a constant flow of people all throughout the day and everyone who came out had a fantastic time. From children and dogs to parents and grandparents, every age group was represented and there were fun activities for everyone in the family to enjoy!
DOWNTOWN had a blast at the block party. We were thrilled to meet so many precious pups and adorable children as we are always on the search for our next stars! Barclay was happy to greet his many fans and we made sure the children of Battery Park had the trendiest face paint of the day.
This year three Battery Park City neighbors were awarded for their service to the area. Tammy Meltzer, Deborah Dilorio and Abraham Merchant were honored on stage by Council Member Margaret Chin.
There were food vendors, local schools and businesses and even children’s rides and activities. If you didn’t make it out this year, be sure to mark the event on your calendar for next year because the Battery Park City Block party is not one to miss.
Check out some of our photos from the event below!
-Lauren Price
Stilts were a popular trend among children at the block party. Photo: Courtesy of Tara Salvemini
Asphalt Green. Photo: Courtesy of Tara Salvemini
The office mascot, Barclay, hanging out at the Block Party. Photo: Courtesy of Tara Salvemini
Tammy Meltzer, recipient of the Community Service Award. Photo: Courtesy of Tara Salvemini
Courtney Singh, Director of Marketing of WIRE International Realty. Photo: Courtesy of Tara Salvemini
DOWNTOWN CEO & Publisher Grace Capobianco with award winner Abraham Merchant. Photo: Courtesy of Tara Salvemini
Council Member Margaret Chin. Photo: Courtesy of Tara Salvemini
Sprinkles Cupcakes were a favorite among many at the Block Party. Photo: Courtesy of Tara Salvemini
DOWNTOWN’s autographed baseball courtesy of John Starks. Photo: Courtesy of Tara Salvemini
DOWNTOWN’s Lifestyle and Family Editor and founder of FiDi Families, Denise Courter. Photo: Courtesy of Tara Salvemini
Tom Goodkind, conductor of the Tri Battery Pops. Photo: Courtesy of Tara Salvemini