October 13, 2021
Algin’s Guide to Fall Neighborhood Hangouts
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This golden period of perfectly cool and comfortable sweater weather is ideal for exploring some of NYC’s outdoor attractions. Fortunately for residents of Algin Management’s no-fee apartments, Manhattan is brimming with options for relishing the season’s best weather.
With the recent opening of Little Island at Pier 55, New Yorkers can explore the latest must-visit destination, which strikes a unique silhouette from its location on the Hudson River. This sprawling 2.4-acre green space represents a new landmark in urban design. The park rests on 132 pot-shaped supports — known as tulips — that are designed to look as though they are floating above the water. In addition to its distinctive structure and appearance, Little Island offers live music, dance, and spoken-word performances. Not surprisingly, it is the perfect spot for a walk with its colorful variety of trees and flowers and its gently rolling grassy expanses. Visitors will also find food and beverage trucks that make for a complete afternoon or evening outing.
For another afternoon adventure, Algin residents can make their way to Pier 36 on the East River, which boasts magnificent waterfront views of the Manhattan and Williamsburg Bridges. And speaking of magnificent views, be sure to see the Immersive Van Gogh exhibit. This interactive art show allows visitors to literally step into the works and world of Vincent van Gogh with 360 degree digital projections and a virtual reality experience, as well as an immersive backdrop of lights and sounds that recreate the universe and the starry night behind van Gogh’s genius.
Finally, the best way to enjoy the fresh evening air is with a drink at one of Manhattan’s finest rooftop bars. Some favorites are The Crown, on the 21st floor of the Hotel 50 Bowery in Chinatown, or the CloudM on the 21st floor of the CitizenM Bowery Hotel on the Lower East Side. For patrons coming from Little Island, Gallow Green at the McKittrick Hotel on West 27th Street boasts a little garden of vines and flowers on its rooftop, as well as a menu of appropriately floral-inspired cocktails like the Sleep No More with elderflower- and pea flower-infused vodka. And, of course, each of these rooftop bars offers up some of the city’s most spectacular views — a magical backdrop for a crisp, late-autumn night.