About Eric Shapiro
Eric Shapiro
I am a lifelong New Yorker who spends a good portion of my time gorging on and regurgitating big meaty hunks of culture, musical and otherwise. I try my best to avoid the cliches that come along with wearing skinny jeans and flannel shirts in a cosmopolitan locale, but I'm writing for a website called Indie Shuffle, so it's probably useless. My life has its own personal soundtrack, but feel free to borrow a few tunes. Feedback is always welcome.
Hobby Lobby Decision Reflects Supreme Court’s Special Treatment of Pro-Life Views
June 30, 2014 | Eric ShapiroToday, the Supreme Court ruled in the case of Hobby Lobby vs Sebelius that “pro-life” business owners may abstain from covering women’s contraceptives that violate their religious beliefs. This is not only a major blow to women’s rights, but also … Read More
Marble Collegiate Church to Organize, Join in on Gay Pride Festivities
June 28, 2014 | Eric ShapiroThe Marble Collegiate Church, located in the Flatiron District at 5th Avenue and 29th Street, has organized a pair of great events to celebrate the NYC Pride March.
On Sunday, June 29th at 9:00 AM, the Marble Collegiate Church will host … Read More
Saxon/Hart & Heidi Burkhart Unite Health, Beauty, Fitness Industries to Give Back
June 23, 2014 | Eric ShapiroIn an ever-growing slew of “giving forward initiatives,” Saxon/Hart offers something inspirational and unique to a wide range of promising, yet struggling, individuals. Heidi Burkhart, President of affordable housing brokerage firm Dane Professional Consulting Group, may be the mastermind behind the ambitious project, … Read More
Why Eric Cantor’s Stunning Defeat is a Major Victory for the Tea Party
June 11, 2014 | Eric ShapiroMere hours after House Majority Leader Eric Cantor’s stunning loss to economics professor David Brat in Virginia’s 7th district, the GOP establishment got to work trying to spin the resounding defeat in their favor. Their goal: to convince everyone that … Read More
Flatiron Partnership Annual Meeting Features Neighborhood Food Panel
June 5, 2014 | Eric ShapiroOn June 3rd, the Flatiron 23rd Street Partnership hosted its 8th annual meeting at the Grey Group on Fifth Avenue. On the agenda: local elections, awards recognizing extraordinary contributions to the neighborhood and a riveting panel discussion featuring restaurateurs from … Read More
Cowabunga! Shout Touts Contest For Free New Zealand Trip in Flatiron District
May 30, 2014 | Eric ShapiroCan it be? Surfing right in the wake of our namesake Flatiron Building on a sunny May afternoon? Yes, it is – come and see! Tourists associate a lot of things with New Zealand. Personally, we think of Russell Crowe, … Read More
Scabby the Rat Protests Workers’ Mistreatment at Darden’s Olive Garden
May 29, 2014 | Eric ShapiroIn a time of ever-growing inequality, labor unions are one of the last lines of defense against mistreatment of workers by businesses large and small. This is the case even in liberal havens like New York City, home to powerful … Read More
Flatiron BID Annual Meeting to Serve Up Panel of Local Restaurateurs
May 22, 2014 | Eric ShapiroThe Flatiron 23rd Street Partnership (or Flatiron BID) is hosting its 8th annual meeting on Tuesday, June 3rd, 2014 from 5:00 to 8:00 PM. It will be held at Grey Advertising’s Town Hall at 200 Park Avenue South. Attendees are invited … Read More
Nunu Chocolates Sets Up Shop at Flatiron’s Madison Square Eats
May 21, 2014 | Eric ShapiroFlatiron Hot had the opportunity to ask Andy Laird, co-founder of Nunu Chocolates, some questions about a brand that has become synonymous with variety and creativity in the crowded world of chocolate. Founded by spouses Justine Pringle and Andy Laird, … Read More
Flatiron Biz: Capala, Ramos discuss Flatiron as New Digital Services Mecca
May 20, 2014 | Eric ShapiroOnce a drab, industrial neighborhood, the Flatiron District has evolved into one of New York City’s most popular hubs for businesses of all kinds, from start-ups to massive agencies. An abundance of tech-oriented companies and high-profile consultants have earned it the unofficial title of … Read More