The Beast Is Open for Business

Next week (February 18 to February 22), material and equipment deliveries and installation work will continue on all floors inside the building as well as roof work. Additionally we will begin work on the new sidewalks around the building. The sidewalk shed on 14th st. is scheduled to begin dismantling, pending construction progress. The site will be closed on Monday, February 18th, for the holiday.

The following week (February 25 to March 1), Material and equipment deliveries and installation work will continue on all floors and roofs as well as sidewalk work.

It’s all happening in Union Square’s south plaza:

July 10th

5:30 PM – TheaterMania.com Presents an Off-Broadway Review

July 17th

5:30 PM – The John Malino Band

July 24th

5:30 PM – The Nashville Attitude

July 31st

5:30 PM – Jukebox the Ghost

August 7th

5:30 PM – Virgin Presents World Music Night

August 14th

5:30 PM – Virgin Presents World Music Night II

The good ol’ days at the northern end of Union Square, date unknown. Note the curved facade of the building that more recently was home to the Kellogg’s Cafe. 

Next week (November 7 to November 11), DOT approved street connections to underground utilities on Fifth Avenue and 13th street will continue. Superstructure work will continue at cellar, 1st, and 2nd floor levels. A sidewalk shed will be erected around the perimeter of the site.

The following week (November 14 to November 18), we will continue superstructure concrete and slabs. Street utility connection work will continue. A street crane will be moved into position on 13th street to place structural steel in the building.

This weekend the site will be open on Saturday, November 5th for superstructure related activities between the work hours of 9AM and 5PM as permitted by the City. To control noise levels within the site, work activities will be limited to the placement of formwork, plumbing and electrical work, and rebar for concrete placement and use of the crane and equipment to support all activities.

With rooms starting at $529 (rack rate), you probably can’t afford to stay at the new Hyatt Union Square when it opens, but perhaps you can check out one of its restaurants or bars:

THE FOURTH: The Fourth, an all-day American Brasserie serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and weekend brunch provides straightforward high-quality items with surprising accents. A chic European style espresso bar, located at its entrance, will offer a comfortable casual place to enjoy our signature coffee – Café Quatrième – pastries and nibbles. Soaring ceilings and wide open-air French doors allow streams of light to fill the room.

SINGL LOUNGE: A full service bar and lounge featuring an extensive single malt scotch selection and single vineyard wine by the glass selection. An exciting place to gather during the day and evening.

KITCHEN AND WINE GALLERY: A vibrant venue for your next gathering. This versatile space features an open kitchen and hearth connecting you and your guests to our team of chefs. This venue features a New York approach to South American Dining combining progressive Latin sounds with warm succulent scents. Glowing wine displays and decanting stations will enhance the beverage aspect of your experience. Cutting edge art throughout the space reflects the art scene of Greenwich Village and Union Square.

The new and huge Union Square Park Playground looks like this.