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 are now welcome to apply for New York City’s permanent outdoor dining program, Dining Out NYC. Learn more and apply here.
NYC Summer Restaurant Week Registration: Register your restaurant now to participate in NYC Summer Restaurant Week. Regular registration ends on June 11.
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:
- Hare Krishna Parade: Saturday, June 8th from 11 am – 1 pm on Fifth Avenue from 45th Street to 8th Street.
- Street Festival: Sunday, June 9th from 8 am – 8 pm on Sixth Avenue between 23rd Street and 34th Street.
Street Closures:
- West 25th Street between Sixth Avenue and Seventh Avenue will be closed from 5 am to 3 pm Saturday, June 8th to facilitate crane operation.
- West 24th Street between Fifth Avenue and Sixth Avenue will be closed from 5 am to 3 pm Saturday and Sunday through June 16th to facilitate crane operation.
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
