Tudor City Greens News

Tudor City Greens News
Vo lume XXVI
Issue 1
April 2014
5 Tudor City Place, #1-E NYC
The Greens Kicks Off Spring with
I n a u g u r a l H o u s e To u r
We do many things to raise
money to keep Tudor City
beautiful and provide the
community with events that
make our lives ever more
enjoyable: concerts, holiday
celebrations and garden
parties, among many others.
But this spring we will have
a first: The Tudor City
Spring Home Tour.
Scheduled for Saturday,
April 26, from 11:00 am to
3:00 p.m., approximately ten
fabulous homes will be open
to view along with some
amazing rooftops and
gardens. The homes range
from a spectacular, threebedroom penthouse with
wraparound terrace to mini
studio with the clever use of
space to beautifully
furnished apartments with
gorgeous bathrooms and
kitchens. There’s even a
two-story “studio” that has
been the setting of several
movie sets — the Home
Tour truly has something
for everyone!
I.D. bracelet that will allow
you into the homes, a program describing the homes
and gardens, a history of
Tudor City, and a map locating each designated
house on the Tour.
Tickets will be $45 for one Not only fun, you’ll be
doing a good deed as 100
and $75 for two people.
percent of the proceeds will
They can be purchased in
go directly to Tudor City
advance online at
www.tudorcitygreens.org, Greens. Come rain or shine
or on the day of the Tour in and prepare to be inspired.
You’ll get great ideas, meet
the South Park. However
your neighbors and learn a
you buy them, make your
lot about this wonderful
first stop the South Park.
Here you will pick up your place we call home, Tudor
City.
This newsletter brought to you by:
Roland Peracca, President (3Hs)
David Reiff, Vice President for Park Rental Events (Manor)
Marcia Thompson, Treasurer (Essex)
Anne Stoddard, Secretary (Woodstock)
Sarah Coles, Editor (Essex)
Suzanne Simonelli, Vice President for Activities (2 Tudor City)
Michele Keith, Alt. Director (Woodstock)
Chris Sale, Vice President for Activities (2 Tudor City)
Joseph O'Connell, Vice President for Development (Essex)
Mary Frances Shaughnessy (Vice President)
www.tudorcitygreens.org
Letter from the
President
Volunteers are the lifeblood of Tudor City
Greens. As a not-for-profit
charitable corporation, we
rely on the time and enthusiasm of our neighbors – to
help plan and staff events,
raise money, develop
communications materials,
and keep our Parks
looking beautiful with
planting days.
While we have directors,
alternate directors and
officers appointed from
each building who oversee
various functions of the
Greens, we cannot do it
alone. If you have a little
time, talent or are just
interested in lending a
hand, please reach out to
us to see how you can help
make a difference. We are
always looking for
volunteers on Wednesday
mornings, or you can help
by contributing funds to
help us carry out our
mission. If you’re interested in volunteering,
please contact Chris Sale:
[email protected]
Spring is a great time to
get involved, and you can
start by coming out for
Spring Planting Day on
May 3.
We look forward to seeing
you in the Parks!
Many thanks,
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Ask the Gardener
Q1. What plants can we expect
to see in the Parks this Spring?
A1. Due to a prolonged winter,
many of the perennials, trees,
shrubs and bulbs that bloom in
succession will bloom at once.
Daffodils will bloom with tulips.
Magnolias, cherries, apples,
azaleas, rhododendrons, forsythia
will all be blooming together!
Expect a short blast of color!
Gresham Lang , Q2. Do you have an update on
Owner, Gresham Lang Garden Design the gravel paths?
and Tudor City Greens landscaper
A2. After more than 17 months
and Hurricane Sandy, the gravel
We caught up with Gresham Lang, paths, particularly in the North
owner of Gresham Lang Garden
Park, have finally been repaired!
Design and landscaper for Tudor
The paths sunk and heaved from
City Greens, to answer some of
uprooted trees and erosion from
your most pressing questions
the torrential rains caused the
about the Greens…
gravel to settle and sink in many
areas. Tudor City Greens
repaired them at a great cost.
Come out on May 3 at
10:30 a.m. and help us
plant this year’s annuals!
All volunteers welcome!
Q3. Who maintains the
Parks?
A3. On a daily basis, we have
our groundskeeper, Steve
Stuempel, who recently received
his Master Gardener certificate
from the NY Botanical Garden.
Steve, along with John
Reynolds, the weekend caretaker who lives in Woodstock,
have both been working in the
Parks for almost 15 years. In
addition, my staff and I oversee
the maintenance and continue to
implement parts of the Master
Plan. Finally, without our core
group of volunteers who come
on Wednesdays and
Saturdays, we couldn't afford
to keep the Parks in such
immaculate condition.
Q4. Are there any exciting
plans to replace the mature
trees lost in the storm?
A4. In addition to the seven
mature trees lost in the Parks,
we also lost street trees on the
sidewalks adjacent to the Parks
on 41st and 43rd Streets. Our
plan is to plant lower growing
trees with extensive root
systems that can withstand
stronger winds. We are also
continuing the Master Plan in
the South Park so look for
some new native plants and
different views!
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H o s t Yo u r N e x t E v e n t I n t h e Tu d o r C i t y P a r k s !
The Tudor City Greens, Inc.
(TCG) parks are privately owned
and operated, and available for
rental year-round on a first comefirst served basis for private
parties and special events
including weddings and commitment ceremonies, corporate
receptions, movies and photo
shoots, musical and theatrical
performances, and other private
special events. Since the Parks are
outdoors, they can be beautiful in
all seasons depending on your
preferences. For example, a
wedding took place this past
winter and the attendees were
covered in snow (and it made for
beautiful photos.)
Many prefer the beauty of the
plantings coming to life in the
Spring, some like the Fall leaves
changing colors, or the Parks
bustling with Summer energy
The Parks can comfortably seat
50 people for a wedding or
similar event, and approximately 100 standing persons.
All events held in the TCG
Parks require an
application and prior
written authorization.
A volunteer from TCG will be
available to meet with you
personally, go over your event
and logistics plan, discuss Park
-related event details and other
services you may need, and
schedule a site walkthrough.
(bear in mind that the Parks are
not air conditioned, so if you are
considering July or August, we
highly recommend you hold
your event later in the afternoon
when the sun begins to set).
It is a good idea to schedule
your event as far in advance as
possible to make sure the Park
is available, and that there are
no other private or special
events planned for that day.
You will be asked to complete
and return a questionnaire
detailing information such as
timeline of the event, the
nature of your organization,
event activities including food
and beverage plans and
musical entertainment, number
of attendees, and any other
special requirements for your
event. Liability insurance may
be required at the discretion
of TCG. No Park rentals will
be issued for events that fall on
major holidays or over holiday
weekends.
For further details, please
contact David Reiff at
[email protected].
PARK RULES: A FRIENDLY REMINDER!
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Persons may not sell, or offer for sale, any merchandise, article, or thing in the TCG Parks.
Use of the Tudor City Greens name, logo or likeness is not permitted without written permission from the Board.
Smoking is not permitted in the Parks.
The consumption of alcohol is not permitted in the Parks (without prior written permission from TCG).
Feeding of the birds or squirrels is prohibited in the Parks.
Dogs are not permitted in the TCG Parks.
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A Look Back at 2013: The Greens in Photos
Many thanks for the ongoing support from our neighborhood businesses!
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2014 Events Calendar
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Easter Egg Hunt
- Sunday, April 20, North Park 11:00 a.m.
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Tudor City Greens Home Tour
- Saturday, April 26, 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Spring Planting Day
- Saturday, May 3, North and South Parks 10:30 a.m.
Concerts
Please note, rain dates will be held the following evening.
- Wednesday, May 28, South Park, 6:30 p.m.
- Wednesday, June 25, South Park, 6:30 p.m.
- Wednesday, August 13, South Park, 6:30 p.m.
- Wednesday, September 10, South Park, 6:30 p.m.
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Garden Parties
- Thursday, July 17, 6:30 p.m. (rain date Friday, July 18)
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(Inaugural) Halloween Pet Parade
- Saturday, October 25, outside South Park 3:00 p.m.
Halloween Parade and Festivities
- Friday, October 31, South Park 6:30 p.m.
Fall Planting Day
- Saturday, November 15, North and South Parks
10:30 a.m.
Holiday Decorating
- Saturday, November 29, North and South Parks
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
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Christmas Tree Lighting
- Wednesday, December 3, South Park 6:30 p.m.
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Chanukkah Celebration
- Tuesday, December 16, North Park, 6:30 p.m.
* Note, dates are subject to change. Please check our website (tudorcitygreens.org) or Facebook page for the most up-to-date calendar.
FRIENDS OF THE GREENS
Public Support Checks Received Between Jan 1, 2013 and December 31, 2013
Golden Raintree Level ($1,000 and more):
2 TCP (Tudor City Tenant Corp.), 5 TCP Windsor Owners Corp., 25 TCP Tudor Owners Corp., 45 TCP Prospect Owners Corp.,
304-324 E 41st Owners Corp. (3Hs), 320 East 42nd St (Woodstock Owners Corp.), 325 E 41st St (Essex Owners Corp.),
330 E 43rd St. (The Hermitage), 333 East 43 Owners Corp. (The Manor), Hillary Chamberlain, Gewirtz Char Trust,
Sherry Lambert Halpern, Maria & Vito L. Sacchetti, Marcia T. Thompson, Tudor City Association, Inc.
Oak Tree Level ($500-999):
321 East 43rd Street Owners Corp. (The Cloister), 333 E 41st Street Corp., Linda & Robert J. Allen, Sr.,
Corgan Associates, Inc., Shelley & Sheldon Goldseker, Karen E. Kennedy, Francoise & David Knott,
Arlene Graston & Charles Mathes, Frances L. Middleman, Geraldine E. Ponto, Paul & Sally Ross,
Celine Ruben-Salama, Bonnie H. Selfe, David J. & Geri Wolf
Star Magnolia Tree Level ($300-499):
Sharna Goldseker & Simon B. Greer, Luke Murillo, Roger M. Schaffland, Mary Frances Shaughnessy,
Suzanne & Justin Smith, David F. Wertheimer, Woo Family Charitable Fdn, Kathy Ng & Edward Yung
American Linden Tree Level ($100-299):
Mona Angel, Eddie Brazill Baltz, Estelle & Charles E. Berthiaume, Linda J. Blatz, Daniel Boccardo,
Jenni L. Bourque, Jere T. Brassell, Barbara & Stephen C. Butz, Mary Cademartori, Ramona Calsada, Leslie H. Cohen,
Mary J. Cohen, Philip Cohen, Doris Darrer, Marion T. Davidson, Christine & Peter Del Rio, Tracie & Thomas J. Deluca,
Stephanie DeYoung, Carol & Frederick W. Dohrmann, Olive Evans, Norman Field, Susan J. Galli, Curtis S. Gathje,
Victor Guaglianone, Taube Haight, Susan Trotter & Anthony J. Horan, Michael B. Katz, Nancy & Peter A. Keil, Josephine J. Kellejan,
Mary-Margaret Kerns, Fidel Keymolen, King Family Foundation, Richard A. Komar, Helga E. Krawany, Loreto Kudera, Ann & Lowell Laporte,
Claire E. Lathrop & Sarah Steinmetz, Marian Leblanc, Lengyel Family Trust, Jane & Barry R. Linsky, Claire & Robert F. Logler, Ira Brad Matersky,
Muriel Michelman, William Mitchell, William R. Moran, Lisa & James Nolan, Susan Painter,
Pamela A. Gregory & David L. Palladino, Roland M. Peracca Jr., Lauretta Jakobsen & Maclaren Randall, Susan & Alan Ravitz,
Doris W. Raymond, Reger, Inc., Sharon & Thomas F. Reilly, Irene Ruperti, Barbara & Joseph Schoenberg, Rose Sculley,
Amanda & Jeremy Sevareid, Lynn T. Shanley, Suzanne & Mark H. Shapiro, Mary Frances Shaughnessy,
Carolyn & Erik S. Smith, Deborah & Kenneth Sofer, Clare & Michael Spillane, Muriel & Stuart Stahl, Anne Stoddard,
Lynn H. Strudler, Robert E. Sullivan, Gustav Szabo, Deborah Berk & John P. Tuminaro, Edan G. Unterman, Janyce Q. Vaughan,
Deborah Waroff, Nora L. Weiss, Veronica Windmuller, Kenneth, J. Witkin, Meggan & Konrad Wos
Redbud Tree Level (up to $99):
John H. Abeles, Shari & Robert J. Abramson, Ennio Amato, John S. Anastasi, Erika Bach, Maria J. Bard,
Jacquelin & Philippe Bertrand, Panagiota & Paul Biederman, Dorothy Billis, Lindsay Borden, Jacqueline & Raymond Boyce,
Joan P. Boyle, Gisela Lewke Brady, Hooper L. Brooks, James G. Brownell, Eileen & David Buckler,
Patricia M. Buttenheim, Norma Bellanti & Adam Cacio, Kathryn & Byron Calame, Catherine & Bruce Caulfield,
Christopher Cherry, Peter Charles Clemente, Robin G. Cohen, Gati & Andrew D. Curtis, Martha & Delmonte Davis,
Eileen F. Dean, Lilia & Oscar B. Delacruz, Patricia A. Donegan, Marlene Yvonne Doran, Wenyan & Kenneth Doucets,
Bridget Droney, Joan E. Dubinsky, Delia M. Duston, Rosemary English, Monica Farrell, Maurice C. Figueres,
Shirley E. Finley, Mary A. Fordham, Myra & Charles Frey, Christopher S. Galazzi, Rocco Gammone, Celia Gianfrancesco,
Dorothy Greene, Eva Grunspan, Theresa Guarnieri, Randy Eckert & Claire Hanley, Jody Schaeffer & Robert W. Harris,
Kristen A. Haunss, Ursula Hayn, Mary & John R. Heller, Constance & Ralph Iervolino, Josephine & Kenneth J. Iovino,
Barbara Isaacs, Lois & William J. Jakobsen, Jeffrey H. Johns, Robin & Peter W. Jovanovich, Dimitra B. Kessenides,
Leslie I. Kobrin, Kevin Kornobis, Walter H. Lamont, Lucille Myra Lange, Janet Cooper & Walter Langford, Susan M. Lay, Elissa Lebeck,
Sara Ling, William H. Macarthur, Rosanne Mannion, Joan Martino, L. Motteler Martins, Paul Matten, Deborah J. Matz, Laura J. Mochi,
Michael J. Monahan, Caryl A. Moore, Kurt Vorndran & Martin Murray, Rosemary Murray, Joan & Patrick R. Nedeau, Mark S. Nichols,
Hiroshi Okada, Susanna Organic, J. H. O’Sullivan, Monica K. Otoole, Joan M. Oury, Samuel M. Outerbridge, Michael Parent,
Tracy & Matt Parisi, Judy E. Passer, John M. Patello, Cynthia J. Pavia, Marianta & Robert S. Perlstein, Rosemary & Alessandro Pugliese,
Marianne T. Roncoli, Danny Bizjak & Helene Rosenberg, Steven P. Rosenfeld, Steven L. Rosenthal, Marilyn & Howard Ross, Judi & Gary Roth,
Regina Safdie, Robert & Sarah (Sally) Sawyer, Zachary G. Schurkman, Louise & William Segallis, Dianne S. Selditch, Edward Seltzer,
Eileen & Frank Shashaty, Suzanne Simonelli, Alison Spear, Steven & Lois Speiser, Janet M. Spinner, Candice J. Stark,
Joyce & Walter G. Steckman, Masotaka Ozaki & Rena Suno, Kathleen Mahoney Sykes, Judith & Michael Tanur, M. Amira & William Thoron,
Tiffany & Company, Daryl M. Tress, E. Jane Tully, Mary & Justin C. Vallon, Susan L. Van Santen, Maryann Vanacore,
Cleone & Bruce R. Von Elten, Melissa & Ryan P. Watkins, Edith & Charles Weiss, Josie West-Higgins, Robin & Thomas R. Westle,
Laura Williams, Dina V. Winters, Abigal Chen & Brian Wong, Polly D. Woodard, Cristina Yannucci, Marie G. Zacher, Ana & Neil Zobler
How to Become A Friend of the Greens
Make your tax-deductible gift payable to: Tudor City Greens, Inc.
Mail to:
Tudor City Greens, Inc.
5 Tudor City Place, #1-E
New York, NY 10017
Or leave at the Essex lobby desk, (325 East 41st Street), Attn: Marcia Thompson, Treasurer
You may also donate online using a credit card via www.tudorcitygreens.org.
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Thanks for supporting the Greens and our community parks!