Staten Island’s History Night Rewinds in St. George

St. George rewound last night with Staten Island’s History Night, tracing NYC’s spring near the ferry. Historian Tariq Evans spun 1700s tales as 150 listened, a $10 ticket dive into roots. It’s borough lore—pure SI vibe, stories hot. A kid gaped at forts; a pro jotted dates. ‘Staten remembers—this is it,’ Evans says, flipping slides. The lot turned archive.

The night’s fresh—April 2’s start, it tripled since RSVPs, packing seats by 7 p.m. Evans, a Tottenville scribe; last night’s crowd hit max—maps glowed. A latecomer nabbed a spot; Q&A buzzed—NYC grit shone. Ships sparked awe—past ruled. #SIHistory trended; Bronx wants a tale.

Some griped—’Too dry,’ sniped a newbie, dodging stats. Lights dimmed—fixed quick; lore held. A rival’s pitching a Midland chat, splitting stories. Still, 200 stayed—tales reigned. St. George’s never rewound so bold.

Evans hints at a monthly run, maybe a walk if spring bites. ‘NYC’s soul—this keeps it,’ he says, packing books. The night’s a Staten win—grit meets past. It’s a history rush; join the next. Bring a pen—time calls.