Pictures from 70 Days of Walks: Days 43

February 19, 2011

Pictures from 70 Days of Walks: Days 43 - 49

The week was a little cold, a little breezy, a little too work-oriented, but then it warmed up for a day or two, and the city was a little exciting again. Friday was beautiful. Today, we're back to blustery conditions, and it's uncomfortable to be outside. But the past week of walks did bring some excitement. Dogs were involved. I visited Bellevue Hospital. The snow melted.

On February 12, Lincoln's birthday, the color red began to announce itself, especially at night in the East Village. Nothin' but heartbreak.

Day 43. Second Avenue, walking toward 2nd St. Ahead - Heartbreak Restaurant, serving German & Swiss food. Fondue.

A pleasant day for a visit to Bellevue Hospital and a stroll along the East River. Waterside Plaza has nice views of the river, but it's a little out of the way. Getting there involves walking on a pedestrian bridge over the FDR.

Day 44. Waterside Plaza, view of the East River and modern Long Island City.

The dog (not shown in picture) and I took a walk to the park to check out the scene for Valentine's Day. People were actually kissing in the park (not shown in picture.)

Day 45. Washington Square Park Arch. Beyond - the Empire State Building lit for
Valentine's Day. Romantic.

Madison Square Garden, an imposing structure, is undergoing an extensive $800 million renovation, inside and out.

Day 46. Renovations at Madison Square Garden. Inside this week- the Knicks and dogs.

Throughout the last month, I've been documenting my favorite buildings in NoHo for an upcoming post. It's hard to see from a good angle, but at 65 Bleecker Street is this ornate building by architect Louis Sullivan.

Day 47. Bayard-Condict Building, 65 Bleecker. Street. A Louis Sullivan building.

And then the snow melted. It was a surprise, even a shock, to see the bare sidewalks. The day was nice enough for al fresco dining, as seen here on the deck of Bareburger.