Giuseppe Penone “Ideas of Stone” Tree Sculptures Sprout in Madison Square Park

By Eric Shapiro and the Flatiron Hot! News Editorial Staff

Perhaps you were walking in New York City’s Madison Square Park after taking a break at your event at NYC Seminar and Conference Center,  and you noticed more trees … Read More

Kellogg’s Promotes ToGo Breakfast Shake Outside Madison Square Park

The 23rd Street public plaza seems to be the hot spot for promotional events in the Flatiron District, so much so that even Tony the Tiger wants in on the action.

Well, O.K., maybe not the big feline himself. But … Read More

Artist Orly Genger’s “Red, Yellow and Blue” to Grace Madison Square Park

Hot on the wings of William Ryman’s Bird sculpture, New York City’s Flatiron District will be graced with the work of another renowned artist in the spring and summer months ahead.

From May 2 – September 8, Madison Square Park will serve as a canvas for Orly Genger’s latest creation: Red, Yellow and Blue.  Genger’s stock in trade is using commonplace materials in unique and unexpected ways. Thanks to the tireless efforts of the Madison Square Park Conservancy‘s Mad Sq Art, park visitors will have the privilege of viewing her latest colorful work right here in the Flatiron District. Read More

William Ryman’s “Bird” Sculpture Lands in Flatiron Near Madison Square Park

Let’s welcome artist William Ryman’s “Bird” sculpture to the Madison Square Park area and the Flatiron District for the next few weeks!

The imposing creation, composed of oversized nails, is a welcome companion to the flesh, blood, and feathered avian variety all of us at the New York City Seminar and Conference Center (NYCSCC) fraternize with in our sojourns through Madison Square Park. Along with our fellow New Yorkers, we hope that it is a harbinger of spring. Read More

Flatiron Hot! Q&A: Madison Square Park Christmas Tree Lighting

Flatiron Hot! had a chance to chat with Bertie Downs, one of the organizers of Madison Square Park‘s 10th annual Christmas tree lighting, just in time for the holiday season. It required more intense planning than one might think. While you’re at it, check out our video footage of the event, courtesy of Craig Fletcher.

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Audra Rox Plays at Holiday Tree Lighting in Madison Square Park (Video)

Check out our footage of Audra Rox performing at the Tree of Light ceremony in Madison Square Park (for those of us not in on the lingo, a holiday tree lighting). Guess Christmas just isn’t politically correct anymore. The folks … Read More

Buckyball Makes Its Presence Felt in Flatiron – Villareal’s Light Sculpture a Sight to See at Madison Square Park

No, it’s not an updated version of the Unisphere from Flushing Meadows Park come to the Flatiron District – its Buckyball!  Our friends at the Madison Square Park Conservancy have done themselves proud once again.  Their latest effort, and part … Read More

Philips Sonicare Digs a Good Sandbox Near Madison Square Park

It’s not easy to catch New Yorkers off guard. Walk down the street and prepare to be accosted by promoters dressed as foodstuffs, cellphones, or whatever odd item they’re trying to sell. Take a ride on the subway, and be regaled by impromptu performers as diverse in musical form as in talent. Deposit your empty coffee cup in a garbage can and jump back as an over-excited resident squirrel launches itself into the stratosphere.

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The Flatiron Public Plazas and Worth Square: An Upgrade in the Works

Reported for the Flatiron Hot! News by Tod Shapiro and the Flatiron Hot! News Editorial Staff

We should never take for granted the remarkable progress in our beloved Flatiron District and Chelsea neighborhood as it has evolved and grown over … Read More

After an Event, Taste New York’s Best at Madison Square Eats

Reported for the Flatiron Hot! News by Katherine Jin; edited by Tod Shapiro and Julie Kaplan

Embedded in the heart of the Flatiron District and just a block away from NYCSCC is the highly anticipated bi-annual popup food market, Madison … Read More