Winter Glow

Though the holiday season is over, we are happy to see the light displays continue setting NYC aglow on these short winter days. In downtown New York, visitors can bask in “Winter Glow,” a collection of interactive art installations lighting up Flatiron Plaza . Two exhibitions, “The Diamonds” and “Spectrum,” use movement and light to dazzle spectators. “The Diamonds” by Perséides Studio consist of three colorful structures that light up when they spin, featuring music by Stefie Shock that changes as the speed of rotation varies. Across the plaza is “Spectrum,” by Mirari from QDSinternational, which plays off of communication as it lights up to show sound waves pass through its circles. These interactive exhibitions are perfect for a little light therapy to brighten winter’s gloomy evenings.

A Very Happy Hour

We were all smiles this week when we ventured out of the office for happy hour at Hole in the Wall, a cozy restaurant in the Flatiron District serving up delicious Australian food. We’ve all been working behind masks and over email, so it was a novel experience to see each other’s faces. As vaccination rates go up, the city is re-opening and beginning to look more familiar. Restaurants and bars are open for business, in-person events are being announced and planned, and live theatre will be back soon. After a tough year, happy hour was truly happy! Cheers!!