The Flatiron Building's unique triangular shape was designed to fit the intersection of Fifth Avenue and Broadway. What was the original name of the building when it opened in 1902?

Manhattan locals are invited to responsibly recycle electronics and textiles at Community Recycling Day on Wednesday, April 15, from 10 am to 2 pm at Flatiron South Plaza.

The event embraces Earth Month, welcoming both working and non-working devices such as computers, TVs, phones, and other tech items.

Clean, dry textiles—including clothing, linens, and shoes—are also accepted.

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Spring in Manhattan marks a fresh push for sustainability, as locals gear up for a series of recycling events aimed at electronics and textiles.

On Wednesday, April 15, Flatiron NoMad Partnership will host a Community Recycling Day at the Flatiron South Plaza from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, inviting residents to drop off unwanted electronics and gently used textiles.

Accepted items range from computers, monitors, and phones, to clothing, shoes, linens, and clean fabric.

Rizzoli Bookstore: Bury Me Already (It's Nice Down Here ) with Julia Wertz

Date: April 16
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: 1133 Broadway

Admission: Buy tickets here.
Details: For more information, please visit the website here.

Simons Foundation Presents: Going With the Flow

Date: April 17
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: Simons Foundation, Gerald D. Fischbach Auditorium, 160 5th Ave

Admission: Buy tickets here.
Details: For more information, please visit the website here.

Jemmy's Dog Run in Madison Square Park offers a lively year-round retreat for dog lovers across Manhattan.

Located by the W. 25th Street entrance, the run features separate play zones for large and small dogs, linked by a playful water channel.

Artificial turf and paved paths provide safe surfaces for pups, while shaded seating and plenty of water add to the comfort.

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The National Museum of Mathematics (MoMath) has opened its striking new home at 635 Sixth Avenue in Manhattan’s Chelsea, nearly doubling its original space.

With more than 70 engaging math exhibits—featuring beloved classics like the square-wheeled tricycle and 31 all-new installations—MoMath captivates visitors of every age.

Highlights include ‘Allot Like an Egyptian’, where kids explore Egyptian fractions through hands-on play, and a dedicated early childhood area offering kid-sized interactive experiences to inspire a love for math from the start.

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When it opened in 1902, the iconic triangular skyscraper was originally named the Fuller Building, after George A. Fuller, founder of the Fuller Company which constructed the building. Locals persisted in calling it "The Flatiron," a name that eventually became official.