Madison Square Park
Artist Orly Genger’s “Red, Yellow and Blue” to Grace Madison Square Park
April 23, 2013 | Eric ShapiroHot 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
March 26, 2013 | Tod ShapiroLet’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: Jazz Musician Matt Wilson
December 28, 2012 | Eric ShapiroFans of modern pop and rock music may tend to see the drummer as secondary to the rest of the band, but in the world of jazz, there are many exceptions to this “rule.” Case in point: Matt Wilson. A world-renowned musician, Wilson has played with many of the great jazz artists of the day (and a few from yesteryear).
Flatiron Hot! Q&A: Madison Square Park Christmas Tree Lighting
December 7, 2012 | Eric ShapiroFlatiron 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.
Audra Rox Plays at Holiday Tree Lighting in Madison Square Park (Video)
December 5, 2012 | Eric ShapiroCheck 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
A Taste of Union Square Green Market via Interview (Video)
November 10, 2012 | Eric ShapiroIt takes more than a couple of storms (even one that goes by the name of “superstorm Sandy”) to keep the Flatiron District/Chelsea out of action. Case in point: Union Square Green Market has set up shop near Madison Square … Read More
Help for Storm Afflicted Flatiron Area Businesses – From the Flatiron 23rd Street Parnership Offices …
October 31, 2012 | Eric ShapiroEditor’s Note: Our Friends at the Flatiron 23rd Street Partnership BID sent an e-mail around with this useful info for area businesses coping with the aftermath of the storm, which has impacted all of us in the neighborhood – we are passing it on forth with …
Philips Sonicare Digs a Good Sandbox Near Madison Square Park
October 25, 2012 | Eric ShapiroIt’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.
