Tableau Vivant & Leroy’s
I know I’m supposed to always bring the fun and positivity and excitement here, but I’m gonna say it… I’M SO SICK OF THE COLD. I’m in that February mental battle we do as New Yorkers every year, and I need some sunshine! Sorry, back to our regularly scheduled programming… Even with the frigid temps, I was able to get out and see some cool shit. And luck for you, this week is a 2 for 1: you can (and should) do both recs on the same day. Wear some long underwear under your jeans, it’ll be fun! 🥶
You’re going to start your lovely afternoon off at Sculpture Center for their newest show, Tableau Vivant, from Àlvaro Urbano. I’m still so floored by the space at Sculpture Center. Every time I walk in, I’m in awe, but this show adds a wow factor. And the story behind the show has an added New Yorker element that makes it extra special. This work originally started as Atrium Furnishment from New York artist Scott Burton. A public artwork in a semi-public space in Midtown, it unfortunately had to be torn down in 2020 for reasons that are unclear. And then stick with me here, some foundation (or some rich person) took it over, and Urbano asked if he could repurpose it for his piece in Queens. The pieces have been dismantled and incorporated with scenes that evoke spring in Central Park. It feels so all-encompassing and thoughtful, I loved walking through the room. You could almost feel the dialogue between the artists. I wonder what Burton would say to Urbano if he were around today to witness his take?
After finishing your stroll through the basement of Sculpture Center, and you must visit the basement, it’s time for cocktail hour. Even with the 30-degree temps, I was able to walk across the Pulaski Bridge to Greenpoint, and I think you can too! I’m the first person to complain about the cold (see: my intro) but it’s amazing how that view of the city makes it all ok. Back to the drinks, you’re heading to neighborhood favorite, Leroy’s. It’s a great go-to spot that’s practically a living room for some of my friends who live in Greenpoint, and I love it too. And lucky for you, they have happy hour on the weekends! A great happy hour that only features cocktails, all priced at $10. I went with the Invisible Gin, and my husband had the Old Fashioned, both executed perfectly. We snacked on some homemade chips at the U-shaped bar and talked about all the plans we had in mind for summer in the city. Then we considered another round but decided the walk to the G would be too cold, even 30 minutes later. I’m fine, I’m fine 🧘♀️.
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