February 21, 2007

This week's calendar

Thursday, February 22 to Monday, February 26
M*A*S*H New York
For this group show of emerging contemporary artists, the curators chose an emerging building: The Helena, on West 57th Street. Located just two blocks from the Armory Show, the exhibition (sponsored by the Durst Organization and The Helena), will present "a fresh look at the current state of the art world." Oh, and it will also present free vodka at Thursday night's reception from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. 601 W. 57th St., 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. For information, visit M*A*S*H New York.

Saturday, February 24
The Orchid Show
The New York Botanical Garden's annual orchid show kicks off today, with thousands of varieties on view at the Enid A. Haupt Conservatory. There are plenty of orchid-related events held in tandem with the exhibit, which will continue through April 8, including how to buy an orchid, how to care for your orchid, how to photograph your orchid and even how to paint your orchid. Orchid fanatics unite! Visit The New York Botanical Garden for information and tickets.

Monday, February 26
ICON AS BRAND PANEL
We've turned blue holding our collective breath for Calatrava's "Townhouses in the Sky" project, but in the absence of any actual progress, we'll willingly listen to folks talk about it. Panelists will address this and other "icon-branded" buildings -- meaning, buildings that "act as distinct markers, creating above market value, while symbolically elevating the image of a city." Frank Sciame, CEO of F.J. Sciame Construction, will discuss his proposal for "Townhouses"; also on the panel is Mustafa Abadan, design partner at Skidmore, Owings & Merrill, one of the leading architecture firms responsible for the Time Warner Center and the Freedom Tower. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. The Center for Architecture (NY Chapter), 536 La Guardia Place. $10 for AIA members/$15 for non-members. To make a reservation, call (212) 683-0023 ext. 121 or e-mail info@architecturebrand.com.

Thursday, March 1
LIVING DOWNTOWN SEMINAR
OK, so you know we at NYP Home are HUGE fans of the Financial District. We love the explosion of spiffy new condo developments, and all the restaurants and retail that are on their way. But if we haven't managed to convince you why it's the next hot neighborhood, why not let these experts tell you why. The seminar, officially titled “Living Downtown: Inspired Living in Manhattan’s Financial District,” will be hosted by Stephen Kliegerman of Halstead Property, Marc Sokobin of the Manhattan Mortgage Company and Ramona Mahtani of Swig Equities, among others. Plus, free wine and cheese! 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Downtown Information Seminar, 55 Exchange Place. RSVP required. Call (212) 425-INFO or e-mail events@downtowninfocenter.org.

We'll also be celebrating the grand opening of two new residential properties: 37 Wall Street (champagne!) and 48 Bond (dim sum from Chinatown Brasserie!) next week. We'll let you know exactly what we think after the fetes.

If you'd like to have your event listed, please e-mail relevant information to jceaser@nypost.com.

WHAT'S ON SALE

JONATHAN ADLER
1097 Madison Ave., at 83rd Street, (212) 772-2410
Sale: Through Feb. 24
Open: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Stylish home accessories and furniture will be marked down, including a chartreuse ribbed vase, now priced $123 (reg. $245), cute apple-shaped trivets for $33 (reg. $65) and houndstooth throw pillows, $82.50 (reg. $165).

AERO
419 Broome St., at Lafayette Street, (212) 966-1500
Sale: Through Feb. 24
Open: Mon. to Sat., 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

A clearance sale offers up to 75 percent off items, including a Reed slipper chair by Thomas O’Brien for Hickory Chair upholstered in Thomas O’Brien fabric, now $950 (reg. $2,300), Aero narrow bookcloth lamp in printed Italian leather, $650 (reg. $1,800), assorted motif velvet throw pillows, $50 (reg. $250) and vintage three-piece walnut storage unit, $4,200 (reg. $6,800).

BELLORA
156 Wooster St., at Houston Street, (212) 228-6651
Sale: Through Feb. 27
Open: Tue. to Sat., 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Sat. to Mon., 12 to 6 p.m.
Fine Italian home linens are up to 60 percent off. Sateen, jacquard and embroidered sheet sets from the Arte Collection are now $35 to $295 (reg. $88 to $295), St. Tropez cotton terry towels, $18 to $69 (reg. $35 to $139), room sprays, bubble bath products and candles, now $19 to $45 (reg. $32 to $75).

KARIM RASHID
137 W. 19th St., between Sixth and Seventh avenues, (212) 337-8078
Sale: Through Feb. 28
Open: Mon. to Sun., 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Housewares and home accessories will be discounted up to 50 percent. Silk-screen printed glass serving plates, $17.40 (reg. $29), wooden "Arp" bar stool with chrome legs, $195 (reg. $255), hardcover copies of Karim’s book "I Want to Change the World" now $60 (reg. $100).

MONTAUK SOFA
51 Mercer St., between Broome and Grand streets, (212) 274-1552
Sale: Through Feb. 28
Open: Mon. to Fri., 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Sat., 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sun.,12 to 6 p.m.
The Canadian furniture company will discount their sofas, chairs and sectionals up to 50 percent. The Stanley Lounge sectional, now priced at $8,160 (reg. $10,400), the Mohair Kate sofa, $5,600 (reg. $9,000) and the Cashmere Roll Arm loveseat, $2,100 (reg. $4,200.

M2L AND PROPS FOR TODAY
330 W. 34th St., between Eighth and Ninth aves; (212) 244-9600
Sale: Feb. 23 to Feb. 25
Open: Fri., 12 to 8 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Home furnishings that were once used as props for TV shows and movies will be "retired" and reduced up to 75 percent. The sale includes pieces that were used in the movies "The Devil Wears Prada" and "The Good Shepherd," and popular TV shows such as "The Sopranos" and "Saturday Night Live."

MXYPLYZYK
125 Greenwich Ave., at 13th Street, (212) 989-4300
Sale: Through Feb. 28
Open: Mon. to Sat., 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Sun., 12 to 5 p.m.
This annual 20 percent off storewide sale marks down Denyse Schmidt quilts to $232 (reg. $290), Bagallini nylon tote bags to $44 (reg. $55), moleskin notebooks to $9.60 (reg. $12) and Alessi watches to $56 (reg. $70).

If you'd like to have sale information listed, please e-mail ctam@nypost.com.

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Barbara K on new construction

So what happens when that brand-new condo starts acting up? This week, our home-improvement expert walks you through what you should do. Check it out.

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February 20, 2007

Register now!

Wednesdays, February 21, 28 and March 7
News, Views and Current Real Estate Trends
The Real Estate Academy’s winter series of continuing education classes, taking place over three consecutive Wednesdays, features talks by real-estate honchos including Dottie Herman of Prudential Douglas Elliman, Gary Malin of Citi Habitats, Jonathan Miller of Miller Samuel and Michael Shvo of Shvo Marketing. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The New York Athletic Club, 180 Central Park South, 10th floor. $199. Register at Real Estate Academy or call (212) 262-2662.

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February 19, 2007

Art fair frenzy

For the next two weeks in New York City, you won't be able to swing your Birkin bag without hitting an art lover. Starting with the granddaddy of them all, The Armory Show, on February 22, the city will be awash in art fairs, including Scope New York, Artexpo, Works on Paper and The Art Show -- many running concurrently. And if you’re anything like Montgomery Burns -- "I'm no art critic, but I know what I hate" -- at least you can enjoy the parties, from the glam preview galas to the cool cocktail receptions.

THE ARMORY SHOW
Where: Pier 94, 12th Avenue at 55th Street
When: Feb. 22 to Feb. 26
Hours: Fri. to Sun., 12 to 8 p.m.; Mon., 12 to 5 p.m.
Admission: $20
Preview party to benefit MoMA: Feb. 22, 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., $250-$1,000
Visit: The Armory Show
With 148 top galleries being represented, this is one of the world's leading art fairs. Approximately half of the exhibitors are from Europe, with a healthy dose of New York galleries being represented. This show's a doozy -- be sure to wear your walking shoes and carry a big checkbook.

SCOPE NEW YORK
Where: The Tent at Lincoln Center, Damrosch Park, corner of 62nd Street and 10th Avenue
When: Feb. 22 to Feb. 26
Hours: Fri. to Mon., 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Admission: $10
Sneak preview party to benefit Scope Foundation: Feb. 22, 3 p.m. to 5 p.m., $100 without VIP card
VIP benefit party: Feb. 23, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., $50 for VIP cardholders
Visit: Scope New York
A great alternative (or complement) to the Armory Show, Scope New York, now in its sixth year, is the place to find emerging art talent. This fair will present 65 international galleries, along with a number of special performances, installations and screenings all over town -- and plenty of parties as well. Congregate with fellow art lovers at the emerging collectors receptions, from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Sunday and Monday. And you won't have to trek over to the far west side on foot -- there's shuttle service every 15 minutes to The Armory Show.

THE ART SHOW
Where: Seventh Regiment Armory, Park Avenue and 67th Street
When: Feb. 22 to Feb. 26
Hours: Thurs. to Sat., 12 to 8 p.m.; Sun. and Mon., 12 to 6 p.m.
Admission: $20
Preview party to benefit Henry Street Settlement: Feb. 21, 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., $150-$2,000
Visit: The Art Show
The Art Dealers Association of America presents this show featuring 19th- to 21st-century sculpture, drawings, paintings, prints and photographs from 70 of the country's most prominent art dealers. This is the first year the fair has collaborated with The Armory Show to offer collectors a broad range of art choices -- isn't it great when art fairs can get along?

PULSE NEW YORK
Where: 69th Regiment Armory, Lexington Avenue and 26th Street
When: Feb. 22 to Feb. 25

Hours: Thurs., 12 to 6 p.m.; Fri. and Sat., 12 to 8 p.m.; Sun., 12 to 5 p.m.
Admission: $15
Visit: PULSE New York
Billed as a highly selective alternative art fair, PULSE New York, now in its second year, will feature contemporary works from 61 established and emerging galleries from 15 countries. Also on view will be site-specific installations. Its sister fair, PULSE Miami, was a huge hit last year, so go see what the buzz is all about.

DiVA New York
Where: Embassy Suites Hotel, Battery Park, 102 North End Ave.
When: Feb. 22 to Feb. 25
Hours: Fri. to Sun., 2 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Admission: $10
Vernissage: Thurs., Feb. 22, starting at 7 p.m., $40
Visit: DiVA Fair
The latest in digital and video art will be presented throughout the hotel by 30 galleries. We suggest downing a few margaritas at the hotel's Chevy's and heading upstairs.

LA Art in New York
Where: Altman Building, 135 W. 18th St.
When: Feb. 23 to Feb. 25
Hours: Fri., 1 p.m. to 9 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m. to 6 p.m
Admission: $10
Visit: LA Art in New York
It's all about the City of Angels at this fair, which presents 23 prominent Los Angeles galleries specializing in contemporary West Coast art. Complimentary shuttle service will be provided.

Red Dot Fair
Where: Park South Hotel, 122 E. 28th St.
When: Feb. 23 to Feb. 26
Hours: Fri., 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sat. and Sun., 11 a.m. to 8 p.m; Mon., 11a.m. to 6 p.m.
Admission: $8
Opening night reception to benefit Friends In Deed: Feb. 23, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., $75
Visit: Red Dot Fair
This fair, with 40 exhibitors, is geared to young, forward-thinking galleries, including some dealers who are showing for the first time. There are also several panel discussions held at the hotel; check the site for details.

ARTEXPO
Where: Jacob Javits Convention Center, 655 W. 34th St.
When: March 3 to March 5
Hours: Sat. and Sun., 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Mon., 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Admission: $12
Visit: Artexpo
Now in its 29th year, Artexpo will present more than 600 exhibitors from 40 countries — an eclectic array of everything from Jimi Hendrix’s artwork to Looney Tunes sculpture to animation cels. Also part of the fair is SOLO, an area for new, undiscovered art talent.

WORKS ON PAPER
Where: Seventh Regiment Armory, Park Avenue and 67th Street
When: March 1 to March 5
Hours: Fri., 12 to 8 p.m.; Sat. and Sun., 12. to 7 p.m., Mon., 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Admission: $20
Visit: Works on Paper
Check out watercolors, fine prints, photography, drawings, posters and illustrated books from Old Masters to contemporary artists presented by 80 international exhibitors. Highlights include a series of Jean Miro prints, etchings by Kiki Smith and screenprints from Roy Lichtenstein.

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