Photo: Nicole Freezer Rubens

Get ready for an unforgettable day of inspiration and empowerment at our upcoming Renewal Summit. Sign up by March 31^st and you could win a stay at a fabulous 5-star resort in Antigua. Join me at the iconic Drama Book Shop on April 10th and meet the fabulous Patricia Kara. Catch our two favorite comedians for their show in April. Don’t miss Gabrielle Carlson’s Spring sale and read more about her exciting new adventure. The Brooklyn Museum has a new exhibition celebration it’s bicentennial. Our roving photographer is in Central Park where spring is blossoming. And our Long Island reporter celebrates Long Island women history makers.

Embrace Renewal and Growth in Style

This dynamic event celebrates women and will explore groundbreaking topics like artificial intelligence, health, travel, and more. Enjoy thought-provoking panels, stress-busting techniques, a musical performance, and the prestigious Woman of Purpose Award. We have incredible exhibitors, a delicious lunch, and a wine reception on the terrace. Reserve your spot by March 31 and you could win a stay at a fabulous 5-star resort in Antigua.

Join Me at the Drama Book Shop

Thrilled to announce that I’ll be interviewing the incredible Patricia Kara—author, model, actress, and TV host, famously known as Model #9 on Deal or No Deal! Join us at the legendary Drama Book Shop in NYC, a cultural gem since 1917, as we dive into her book Dream On Now Deliver—an inspiring guide to breaking into the entertainment industry. Don’t miss out—reserve your spot today!

Spring Sale and a New Chapter

Many of you know that our dear Gabrielle Carlson is closing her Lexington Avenue store at the end of the month, so hurry in for an amazing spring sale. Gab is starting a new chapter in early April when she joins Bloomingdale’s in a specially created position. This new role allows her to continue dressing you in a wider array of pieces from designers whose clothing will perfectly complement your existing Gab wardrobe. Head to the spring sale at 1034A Lexington @73/74 St.

Voices and Visions 

Throughout history, women on Long Island have played a vital role in shaping society through activism and the arts. From leading movements for social change to using creative expression as a powerful tool for awareness and transformation, their impact has been profound. As we celebrate Women’s History Month, we recognize their contributions and the ways they continue to inspire future generations. READ MORE. 

April 26. More Dates for Stone & Stone

Stone and Stone (Comedy Central, NBC’s “Last Comic Standing”) are the figurative love children of Richard Lewis and Jennifer Coolidge. And they’re back! This time, on Saturday, April 26th at a hip new comedy venue on the Lower East Side. Their March show is nearly sold out and likely standing room only. So get your tickets now for their April show!  No minimum spend and just steps away from fantastic places to eat. Laugh a lot, nosh a little. Or a lot! It’ll be a fun night!

Saturday, April 26 – 7:00pm

Stone and Stone LIVE! at Caveat
21 A Clinton Street
GET TICKETS 

Roving in the Blooms

Our roving photographer Nicole Freezer Rubens writes:

With the vernal equinox, spring is upon us. Central Park is starting to blossom with recent warm weather kickstarting some early growth. I walked through the park to go to the Conservatory Garden to witness the rejuvenation as blooms begin their protrusion from the grounds. This 3-acre hidden gem at the north end of Central Park at 104th and Fifth Avenue, originally opened in 1937.  The Italian Garden is currently closed for restoration but the French and English Gardens are showing signs of growth with bright buds beginning to peak through the earth.

The excitement in seeing the hints of the flora that lies ahead of me, caused me to notice every florist shop on my way home, and tune into the glorious colors and beauty that await us. Once the growth in the Conservatory Garden catches up to its cut flowers cousins and is in full bloom, it will become a true refuge for city dwellers. I suggest waiting a little while longer and then visiting the spectacular burst of spring that awaits us all in Central Park’s Conservatory Garden. Happy Spring!

~Nicole Freezer Rubens is the author of “The Long Pause and the Short Breath”

 Now Open: The Brooklyn Museum’s Bicentennial Exhibition

Francis L. V. Hoppin. McKim, Mead & White’s Design for the Brooklyn Museum, 1893. Watercolor, pen, and ink on paper. Brooklyn Museum, Brooklyn Museum Collection, X737. (Photo: Brooklyn Museum)

The exhibition Breaking the Mold: Brooklyn Museum at 200 is a centerpiece of the museum’s bicentennial celebrations. Running from February 28, 2025, to February 22, 2026, it showcases the museum’s legacy of championing innovative and thought-provoking art. The exhibition is divided into three chapters:

1. Brooklyn Made: This section highlights art and design created in Brooklyn from the 17th century to today, including works by contemporary Brooklyn artists like KAWS and Tourmaline.
2. Building the Brooklyn Museum and Its Collection: It explores the museum’s history, featuring transformative artworks and archival materials that trace the development of its collection and its iconic Beaux-Arts building.
3. Gifts of Art in Honor of the 200th: This chapter presents extraordinary contemporary works donated in honor of the bicentennial, including pieces by artists such as Derrick Adams, Julie Mehretu, and Alex Katz.

The exhibition celebrates the museum’s evolving collection and its role in reflecting the changing world. It’s located in the Decorative Arts and Design Galleries on the 4th floor and is included with general admission. GET ALL THE DETAILS.