START WITH LOVE: PRIDE IN FLATIRON & NOMAD

This June, the Flatiron NoMad Partnership proudly presents “Start With Love: PRIDE in Flatiron & NoMad” – our first-ever cultural program honoring Pride Month and celebrating our neighborhood’s legacy as the official starting point of the iconic NYC Pride March.

Throughout the month, we’re spotlighting the joy, creativity, and inclusivity that make Flatiron & NoMad a place where everyone can come together and celebrate love in all its forms — through vibrant placemaking, the historic Pride March, and support for our LGBTQIA+ owned businesses.

Mark your calendars and learn more about our exciting happenings for Pride this June!

SMALL BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT: ARRIVE

It’s Small Business Month! Throughout May, we’re highlighting small businesses in Flatiron & NoMad across sectors that you can support all year round.

This week, we’re spotlighting Arrive, the multidisciplinary wellness and fitness platform that features high-quality studio spaces for personal training, Pilates, and physical therapy. Whether you’re a fitness and wellness professional or are a client looking for a new trainer, visit Arrive to get started.

Located at 129 West 29th Street in NoMad, learn more about Arrive and book a tour.

MOVERS & SHAKERS: CHRIS DEMPSEY, SHOWROOM MANAGER OF JEWETT FARMS + CO.

Meet Chris Dempsey, Showroom Manager of Jewett Farms + Co., the Maine-founded custom cabinetry company located at 5 West 20th Street in Flatiron.

“I love working directly with clients, and my background in woodworking gives me the knowledge I need to guide them in their choices and ensure that their project runs smoothly,” says Chris. “When the opportunity to run the JF NYC showroom came up, I jumped at the chance to bring our work to the best city in the world.”

NYC SMALL BUSINESS MONTH EXPO

The NYC Department of Small Business Services (SBS) is hosting the NYC Small Business Month Expo next Thursday, May 29th from 9 am – 4 pm at 415 Fifth Avenue.

During the Expo, small business owners of all stages, industries, and boroughs will be able to access free services from 100+ city programs, agencies, and partners. Register here.

BEST LOCAL VIEWPOINTS OF THE EMPIRE STATE BUILDING

Catch stunning views of the Empire State Building here in Flatiron & NoMad! Check out these viewpoints for different perspectives of the iconic NYC skyscraper.

Featuring:

• ART NoMad
• Nubeluz
• Penthouse on Park

NEIGHBORHOOD NEED-TO-KNOWS

Quick hits on community info, resources, & happenings

Local Businesses: Get Involved with the NoMad Jazz Festival: Local Flatiron & NoMad businesses are invited to participate (for free!) in the NoMad Jazz Festival, a weeklong celebration of music, culture, and community happening August 3–10, 2025. Interested? Fill out our Community Interest Form to be considered for this year’s festivities. Pop-up venue submissions are due by this Friday, May 23rd.

Link NYC LinkLocal Program: LinkNYC has expanded its free ad offerings for local small businesses. Creative features that were previously only available through the paid LinkLocal Plus tier are now free for all LinkLocal users. LinkNYC has partnered with the NYC Department of Small Business Services (SBS) to host monthly webinars that help New York City-based organizations learn how to take advantage of the LinkLocal program.

Construction Notice: Now – Friday, June 13th from 7 am – 3:30 pm, there will be no parking and limited crosswalk access at the following locations for installation of improved pedestrian ramps:

• SE Madison Avenue & East 24th Street
• NW, SE Madison Avenue & East 26th Street
• SW Madison Avenue & East 27th Street
• NE, SE Madison Avenue & East 28th Street
• NW Madison Avenue & East 29th Street

For more information, please visit nycpedramps.info or contact Alexandra Girgis (HWPR23MQ.CCL@gmail.com or 929-598-7249).

Street Closures: 

• East 29th Street between Madison Avenue and Park Avenue South will be closed from 7 am to 5 pm Saturday through June 7th to facilitate crane operation.

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