NEIGHBORHOOD NEED-TO-KNOWS
Quick hits on community info, resources, & happenings
Midtown South Mixed-Use Plan: The NYC Department of Planning invites the public to learn more about the MSMX Plan by speaking directly with city planners and using their digital engagement tools to help understand the strengths, challenges, and opportunities for growth in Midtown South.
Dining Out NYC: Eligible food establishments with existing temporary outdoor dining setups have until Saturday, August 3rd to apply for New York City’s permanent outdoor dining program, Dining Out NYC. Learn more about eligibility, fees, and how to apply here.
RFP: 2024 Día de Muertos Public Art Installations: Flatiron NoMad Partnership seeks submissions of existing public art installations to serve as part of the Flatiron NoMad Día de Muertos celebration. The submission deadline is July 26. Learn more here.
Portal Operating Hours: Portal, the groundbreaking public technology art sculpture connecting to Dublin, Ireland on the Flatiron South Plaza is on view with daily operating hours of 8AM – 3PM EST.
Neighborhood Activations:
- Hasbro Furby: Wednesday, July 10th from 7 am – 9 pm on the Flatiron North Plaza.
- Poster House Block Party: Saturday, July 13th from 12 pm – 5 pm on 24th Street between Sixth and Seventh Avenues.
- Street Festival: Saturday, July 13th from 8 am – 8 pm on Sixth Avenue between 14th Street and 23rd Street.
- Carnaval Cubano Parade: Sunday, July 14th from 12 pm – 4 pm on Madison Avenue between East 38th Street and East 27th Street.
Con Edison Work Notice:
- Con Edison will be doing gas upgrade work on Fifth Avenue between 26th and 27th Streets on Saturdays from 8 am – 6 pm and Sundays from 9 am – 6 pm through August 30th.
Neighborhood Guides
- Local Dining Guide: Area restaurants, bars, and cafes
- Happy Hour Roundup: Food & drink specials at hot spots and hidden gems
- Rooftop Roundup: Epic skyline views & cocktails at local rooftop bars
- New Neighbors: Newly opened businesses in Flatiron & NoMad