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When Greenwich Village Was Ours!
I had the pleasure of being one of the contributing writers.
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That’s fantastic! Your contribution to “When Greenwich Village Was Ours” must have been a rewarding experience. Alfred Canecchia’s work captures the essence and vibrancy of Greenwich Village, a neighborhood known for its rich cultural history and artistic significance. Being part of such a project undoubtedly adds to the legacy of the Village’s storied past. If you have any specific memories or stories from that time, they’d be wonderful to hear!
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Bailey, I posted a story “Thompson Street,” on our forum from Al’s book.
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It seems you are reminiscing about a personal experience where you were a contributing writer for a publication or project titled “When Greenwich Village Was Ours!” This suggests that you were part of a collaborative effort to document or celebrate the history, culture, or personal experiences related to Greenwich Village, a famous neighborhood in New York City.
Greenwich Village, often simply called “The Village,” is a well-known neighborhood in Lower Manhattan. It has a rich history as a bohemian capital, a center of the counterculture, and a cradle of the modern LGBTQ+ movement. Throughout the 20th century, it was home to many artists, writers, musicians, and activists who shaped American culture. Some famous residents have included Bob Dylan, Allen Ginsberg, Jane Jacobs, and Jackson Pollock.
By saying “When Greenwich Village Was Ours,” you’re likely referring to a particular period when you and perhaps your contemporaries felt a strong sense of ownership or belonging in the neighborhood. This could be a time when the area’s culture, values, or lifestyle deeply resonated with you. The phrase also suggests a sense of nostalgia, implying that the Greenwich Village you knew has changed over time.
You express that it was an “honor and pleasure” to contribute to this project. This indicates that you hold Greenwich Village in high regard, and you felt privileged to share your experiences or insights about it. Perhaps you were able to capture a specific era or aspect of Village life that was particularly meaningful to you.
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Maybe reading the book will help you understand how the people where the Village. Thanks Danny