Events and Happenings
Madison Square Park Art – Fata Morgana by Teresita Fernandez
March 8, 2015 | Eric ShapiroA new Madison Square Park art installation, Fata Morgana by artist Teresita Fernandez, will bloom in one of NYC’s most beloved public park from April 30th, 2015 through January 10th, 2016. The Madison Square Park Conservancy’s 30-second art exhibition is a sprawling sculpture … Read More
Out of the Closet: Special Old Converse Sneakers Turn Up in the Flatiron Public Plaza
March 3, 2015 | Tod ShapiroBy Tod Shapiro and the Flatiron Hot! News Editorial Staff
Old sneakers never die – when they are worn to tatters, they may actually end up as cutting edge, avant garde works of art in the most unlikely places! If … Read More
NYC Beer Week 2015: Five Participating Flatiron District & Chelsea Bars
February 24, 2015 | Eric ShapiroNYC Beer Week 2015 is here and it’s hitting the Flatiron District and Chelsea areas with the force of a thousand kegs from February 21st to March 2nd. Visit Barcade, Eataly NY, Flatiron Hall, Foley’s and the Guilty Goose and enjoy Beer … Read More
Digital.NYC Tour Will Bring Tech, Startup Tips to Flatiron District
February 20, 2015 | Eric ShapiroThe Flatiron District’s reputation as a mecca for tech startups is well established, so it should come as little surprise that Digital.NYC will visit the neighborhood as part of its Digital.NYC Five-Borough Tour. On Thursday, April 2nd from 6:30 to 9:30 PM at … Read More
NYC Restaurant Week 2015 Brings Dining Discounts to Flatiron District
February 17, 2015 | Eric ShapiroNYC Restaurant Week 2015 is here and there’s no better opportunity to explore Flatiron District restaurants. From February 16th to March 6, participating city restaurants and bars will showcase the food and drinks on their menus with some fantastic dining discounts. All NYC … Read More
Madison Square Park Art Installation: “Gazing Globes” by Paula Hayes
February 13, 2015 | Tod ShapiroMadison Square Park’s latest public art installation, “Gazing Globes” by visual artist Paula Hayes, is nearing completion. The Madison Square Park Conservancy reports that the Paula Hayes sculpture installation will consist of 18 different globes, each containing its own unique internal tableau. They … Read More
David’s Tea Brews Perfect Valentine’s Day Gifts in Chelsea and NYC
February 13, 2015 | Eric ShapiroDavid’s Tea is the perfect place to go for a last-minute Valentine’s Day gift in New York City. David’s Tea has a number of locations throughout the U.S. and New York City, including one in the Flatiron District/Chelsea area at … Read More
J. Gumbo’s NYC: Celebrate Mardi Gras With Tasty Creole & Cajun Food
February 13, 2015 | Eric ShapiroJ. Gumbo’s is not just a fast casual restaurant – perfect for Mardi Gras – that serves up delicious Creole and Cajun food in NYC’s Flatiron District. It’s also a hub of Louisiana culture, with 40 locations throughout the U.S. From … Read More
Five Great Articles About New York Fashion Week 2015
February 10, 2015 | Eric ShapiroWith New York Fashion Week beginning on February 12th at Lincoln Center (and beyond!), there’s no better time than now to find out what’s in store. Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week (because nothing’s more stylish than a corporate sponsor), which runs for nine … Read More
Free Kanye West Concert Next to Madison Square Park Requires Big Setup
February 10, 2015 | Eric ShapiroKanye West and Kevin Durant are coming to New York City’s Flatiron District for a free concert, the Jay Z-sponsored 1st Annual Rock City Classic, ahead of NBA All-Star Weekend. The neighborhood has no choice but to sit up and … Read More