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New Neighbor: Othership

Meet Othership, the new immersive sauna and ice bath space to the neighborhood at
23 West 20th Street.

“We’re excited to debut our first Othership location in Flatiron, meeting the growing need in New York City for spaces fostering community connections,” says Co-Founder and CEO Robbie Bent.

Othership is open daily.

Snap Photos of Portal Using New Stickers & GIFs

Now available, check out our brand new Portal stickers, GIFs and filters on Instagram, Facebook, Snapchat and TikTok! When you stop by Portal, tag us @FlatironNY in your photos and videos using these new features and the hashtag #NYCMeetsDublinPortal.

Portal, the public technology art sculpture connecting to Dublin, Ireland on the Flatiron South Plaza is on view with daily operating hours of 8AM – 3PM EST through Labor Day.

NYC Summer Restaurant Week is Here!

NYC Restaurant Week is on now through August 18th!

Take advantage of special menus and deals at Flatiron and NoMad restaurants. Enjoy a 2-course lunch or a 3-course dinner for $30, $45, or $60. Explore menus and book a table at neighborhood spots here.

A preview of participating Flatiron & NoMad restaurants include:

• The Ivory Peacock
• Kraam
• NAR Modern Turkish Cuisine

Watch the Olympics in Flatiron & NoMad

The 2024 Summer Olympics are around the corner!

Beginning this Friday, July 26th – Sunday, August 11th, root for your favorite teams at local bars and restaurants in Flatiron & NoMad.

Explore some favorite spots to catch all the action:

• Grey Bar & Restaurant
• John Doe Craft Bar & Kitchen
• Tavern 29

Satisfy your Sweet Tooth with Summer Treats

Indulge in limited edition desserts this summer! Enjoy a variety of treats using seasonal ingredients from your favorite neighborhood eateries.

Highlights:

• Chili Chocolate Bun from INDAY Flatiron
• Coco-Mango Sorbet from Lysée
• Key Lime Pie Croissant Cube from maman

Baruch College Awarded Top Marks

Baruch College was named a “Best Value College” by The Princeton Review for providing a high return-on-investment (ROI). Baruch ranked #2 in New York and #24 across the U.S. among public colleges, earning an ROI rating score of 91/99.

According to The Princeton Review, the 209 schools who made the 2024 best value ranking have three exceptional features: stellar academics, affordable cost, and strong career prospects for graduates.

INCOMING FILM SHOOT – JULY 27 & 28

The Mayor’s Office of Media & Entertainment (MOME) has permitted a film shoot featuring a fictional protest on Broadway and Fifth Avenue from 24th to 25th Street this Saturday, July 27 and Sunday, July 28. Worth Square and the public plaza at 24th Street & Broadway will be closed to the public both days.

Street closures include the following:

• Closed to vehicular traffic (PLEASE MOVE ALL PARKED VEHICLES BY 10 pm ON FRIDAY, JULY 26)
  • Broadway between West 24th and West 25th Streets
  • West 24th Street between Sixth Avenue and Broadway

• Production parking (PLEASE MOVE ALL PARKED VEHICLES BY 10 pm ON FRIDAY, JULY 26)
  • West 25th Street between Sixth Avenue and Broadway
  • West side of Fifth Avenue between 25th & 26th Streets
  • North side of West 23rd Street between Fifth Avenue and Seventh Avenue

Questions? Please contact the production company at (201) 455-6561 or via email. You may also contact Flatiron NoMad Partnership here or Madison Square Park Conservancy here for more information.

Historic Rise of Local Rooftop Bars & Gardens

Rooftop bars and gardens are a summer favorite, especially here in Flatiron & NoMad! Local spots sporting great skyline views include ART NoMad, Nubeluz, and SERRA by Birreria, among others.

This month we’re looking at the history behind the neighborhood launch of the outdoor venues that were once known as “castles in the air.”

Artist & Creatives Call + RFP Opportunity: Día de Muertos Celebration

Flatiron NoMad Partnership is preparing for our upcoming Flatiron NoMad Día de Muertos celebration and seeks:

• Submissions of existing public art installations to serve as part of the Flatiron NoMad Día de Muertos celebration. The submission deadline is Friday, July 26th. Learn more here.
• Submissions from artist creatives and creatives to bring alive the traditional Flatiron Día de Muertos Community Altar. Submissions are due by Wednesday, July 31st. View submission requirements here.

Things to Do in Flatiron & NoMad

Check out these upcoming neighborhood events:

• Madison Square Park Conservancy: Carnegie Hall Citywide: Ekep Nkwelle, Wednesday, 7/24.
• NoMad Diner: Drag Bingo, Wednesday, 7/24.
• Pastagasm: Grand Opening, Sunday, 7/28.