Spring on the Streets in Flatiron & NoMad

Spring is here! We’re getting excited to celebrate the season throughout the neighborhood with family-friendly Earth Month events while supporting our small businesses.

Mark your calendars for these upcoming events:

• Community Recycling Day next Wednesday, April 15th
• Car-Free Earth Day on Saturday, April 25th

Community Recycling Day: Donate Electronics & Textiles Next Week

It’s time for spring cleaning! In partnership with the Lower East Side Ecology Center and Councilmember Harvey Epstein, bring your old electronics and textiles to donate at our Community Recycling Day next Wednesday, April 15th from 10 am – 2 pm at the Flatiron South Plaza.

For electronics we accept: working & non-working computers, monitors, printers/scanners, keyboards, mice, cables, TVs, VCRs & DVD players, phones, audio/visual equipment, cell phones & PDAs.

For textiles we accept: clothing, shoes, towels, hats, bags, gloves, linens & bedding, curtains, clean, dry & unsoiled fabric.

Plus, we’ll also be accepting clean plastic bags in collaboration with  SoMad®.

For a complete list of accepted electronic and textile items, visit here.

On ViEW: Dreamland Sirens BY Charlotte Colbert

In partnership with NYC DOT Art, the art installation Dreamland Sirens by multi-media artist and filmmaker Charlotte Colbert is on view through May 27th. Located at the Flatiron South Plaza, the 30′ high steel sculpture curated by New Public is a part of Colbert’s first exhibition in New York City.

After seeing Dreamland Sirens, visit the Meatpacking District to view Colbert’s Where Angels Live, a 30′ reflective steel tree adorned with votive-like charms at 14th Street Square.

Discover Public Spaces in Flatiron & NoMad

As the weather warms, discover public spaces in the neighborhood! From the Flatiron Public Plazas to several privately owned public (POP) spaces, enjoy seating amenities and take in the district’s atmosphere.

For your next outdoor lunch or walk, view our points of interest map here.

Highlights:

• Flatiron North Plaza (23rd Street & Broadway)
• NoMad Piazza (Broadway between 25 – 27th Streets)
• Eventi Plaza (851 Sixth Avenue)

March News Roundup

March news highlights include restaurant openings and announcements, new office tenants, and hotel construction progress. Stay in the know with the latest Flatiron & NoMad News.

• The National Museum of Mathematics (MoMath) opened their new space at 635 Sixth Avenue, doubling their previous footprint (via The New York Times).
• Ambassadors Clubhouse was featured in ‘Where to Eat Indian Food in New York City’ (via Conde Nast Traveler).
• Market insights firm Optiver expanded by 92,000 sq/ft at 360 Park Avenue South (via Commercial Observer).

RFP: 28th Street Permanent Mural Installation

Calling all artists! We’re seeking proposals for a permanent mural to be placed on 37 West 28th Street. The studio/artist shall install and maintain a mural that enlivens the wall and adds to the NoMad neighborhood’s identity.

The selected mural will highlight the historic Flower District and Tin Pan Alley while also celebrating the Partnership’s 20-year anniversary of formation.

Think you’d be a great fit? View all details and share your submission by Monday, April 20th.

 NEIGHBORHOOD NEED-TO-KNOWS

Quick hits on community info, resources, & happenings

World Cup – Welcome World Rewards Program: The NYNJ Host Committee has launched the Welcome World Rewards Program, the official small business rewards platform designed to connect World Cup visitors to local businesses. Applications are now open through May 15 to secure your spot. Apply here.

DSNY Official NYC Bin Availability Citywide: DSNY announced that all nine sizes and colors of official NYC Bins are now available for in-store pickup at NYC Home Depot locations including our local store located at 40 West 23rd Street. Buildings with 1 to 9 residential units will be required to use NYC Bins for their trash starting in June 2026. Learn more about containerization, here.

Neighborhood Activations:

• Film Shoot: A large film production is taking place now through Friday, April 10 at the intersection of Broadway, Fifth Avenue, and West 24th Street. Please note the filming schedule: Wednesday, 4/8 from 7 am – 7 pm, Thursday, 4/9 and Friday, 4/10 from 10 am – 10 pm.
• Eataly Kiosk x Mulino Bianco: Friday, April 10 from 11 am – 5 pm on the Flatiron North Plaza.

Con Edison Work Notices:

• Now – Friday, April 10 from 7 am – 3:30 pm, Con Edison will perform ECS support work and continue hand care excavations at the intersection of East 29th Street and Fifth Avenue.
• Now – July 31, Con Edison will be performing gas upgrade work on West 26th Street between Sixth Avenue and Seventh Avenue on weekdays from 9 am – 4 pm.

Open-Grille Security Gates: Local businesses must comply with a long-standing requirement for open-grille security gates by July 1, 2026. Compliant security grilles must provide at least 70% visibility into the storefront. Starting on July 1, 2026, the Department of Buildings (DOB) may fine non-compliant businesses. Learn more.

Street Closures:

Neighborhood Guides

• Local Dining Guide: Area restaurants, bars, and cafes
• Happy Hour Roundup: Food & drink specials at hot spots and hidden gems
• New Neighbors: Newly opened businesses in Flatiron & NoMad