Culture

Greenwich Village church that supported abortion access in the ’60s continues activism
Judson Memorial Church, which has historically provided women with reproductive health care referrals, remains vocal in a post-Roe v. Wade world.
Clara Scholl, Arts Editor
• April 18, 2023

‘The People’s Park’: Washington Square Park’s springtime splendor
A member of the nonprofit group that supports the park shares insights about how they preserve the park’s beauty amid the changing seasons.
Derek Kamakanaaloha Soong, Identity & Equity Editor
• April 18, 2023

Spruce up your spring with style: A spring fashion guide
Stay cool even on hot days with these style tips for the spring season.
Ishani Paul, Staff Writer
• April 17, 2023

Make your table for two a table for 23 at Brooklyn’s Dinner Party
The Fort Greene restaurant curates community through family-style dining.
Anja Westhues, Contributing Writer
• April 17, 2023

Central Park skating is back in full swing this spring
A WSN photographer takes a spin around Central Park’s Skate Circle for its opening weekend.
Susan Behrends Valenzuela, Editor-at-large
• April 15, 2023

Q&A: Samantha Harper on breaking into the fashion industry
WSN spoke to designer Samantha Harper about her celebrity-loved brand Harper Collective and the challenges of running a business in a changing digital landscape.
Olivia Liu, Beauty & Style Editor
• April 14, 2023

How South American vegetable ivory jewelry ended up in Brooklyn
Brooklyn’s Front Street features a handmade jewelry store selling a sustainable South American treasure.
Derek Kamakanaaloha Soong, Identity & Equity Editor
• April 13, 2023

Bodega cats: The feline mascots of NYC corner stores
A common sight in local shops, these cats hold a contentious role as community icons — and the primary defense against rodent infestations.
Phillip HoSang, Contributing Writer
• April 13, 2023
A taste of home: Reminiscing with Turkish chicken noodle soup
It’s never easy being far away from home, but my mom’s cold remedy dish, chicken noodle soup, gives me a sense of comfort when I need it most.
Doga Usanmaz, Contributing Writer
• April 12, 2023

Remembering Vivienne Westwood, an architect of modern punk fashion
On what would’ve been the designer’s 82nd birthday, the New York City store drew an intimate crowd of enthusiasts, gathered for a day of appreciation for the fashion legend.
Melody Jiang, Contributing Writer
• April 11, 2023

8 NYC burritos worthy of the West Coast
The endless hunt for good burritos on the East Coast can be exhausting. Here are some spots around the city that might just stop your search, just in time for National Burrito Day.
Clara Spray, Staff Writer
• April 6, 2023

For trans people, what comes after visibility?
This year’s Transgender Day of Visibility rally was a chance for trans people to affirm their existence — and to consider how we can go beyond merely being seen.
Alex Tey, Editor-at-Large
• April 6, 2023



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