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Flatiron Fitness Series Returns Next Wednesday

Work out with us! Enjoy eight weeks of free outdoor fitness classes led by local Flatiron & NoMad studios beginning next week on June 21.

Wednesday evening classes will be held on the Flatiron South Public Plaza at 6 pm as part of our summer event series.

Registration is open for the first three Wednesdays:

• June 21: Wolfpack Studio: Athlete’s Den
• June 28: DanceBody: Dance + Sculpt
• July 5: SOUK Studio: SOUK Sweat

Salsa & Art Nights

Part of our Flatiron NoMad Summer Series, join us for four weeks of Salsa & Art Nights! Dance to live salsa music from the Benny Lopez Latin Jazz Ensemble on the Flatiron North Public Plaza.

While you’re there, experience “The Small Box,” an experiential public art activation presented by School of Visual Arts, Continuing Education (SVACE). Attendees have the opportunity to write on the piece, in chalk, their own answer to a question posed by SVA professor and artist Stephen Gaffney.

Registration is open for the first two weeks:

• June 22: Salsa & Art Nights
• June 29: Salsa & Art Nights

Honoring Juneteenth

This Monday, June 19th, we commemorate the emancipation of enslaved African-Americans in 1865.

In honor of Juneteenth, we’ve compiled a list of ways to celebrate Juneteenth, through the support of Black-owned businesses, resources and organizations, and notable neighborhood events in Black history, including the Silent Protest of 1917 in Madison Square.

Evolution of the Pride Parade Route

This year’s annual Pride March will take place on Sunday, June 25th, starting at noon.

In honor of the event’s various routes, we’re highlighting the parade’s notable paths in Manhattan, from its initial launch in Greenwich Village on June 28, 1970 to the present kick-off location in the Flatiron District at 25th Street and Fifth Avenue.

Also, explore our Celebrate Pride in Flatiron & NoMad Guide highlighting several neighborhood business promotions, from festive treats & drinks to experiences.

There’s Still Time to Get Dad a Gift

Surprise Dad with a thoughtful gift this Father’s Day! Flatiron & NoMad is home to a variety of gift options for the special father figures in your life.

Check out our gift guide highlighting local experiences, apparel, cameras, and books, among other thoughtful ideas.

Highlights:

• A new home improvement project at Home Depot
• A new outfit from Johnston & Murphy
• A few ping pong matches at SPIN

Celebrate Dad with a Neighborhood Meal

This Father’s Day make plans to celebrate with brunch or dinner at one of these local favorites.

• COTE Korean Steakhouse
• ilili
• Scarpetta

Things to Do This Week in Flatiron & NoMad

Check out these upcoming neighborhood events:

• Rizzoli Bookstore: Billionaires’ Row by Katherine Clark with Julie Satow, Wednesday, 6/14, 6 pm.
• Simons Foundation Presents: Scales of Sound, Friday, 6/16, 6 pm.
• SPIN New York: GLITA – A Pride Party, Friday, 6/16, 9 pm.