Dumbo showered in Light

The first ever New York Festival of Light began shortly after sundown Thursday Nov 6th and is set to run through Saturday Nov 8th, so it is not too late if you want to go today!

The festival which originated in London and Berlin features a collection of installations created by local and international lighting designers, performance artists and technologists.  It is so cool and festive, a great way to kick-start the holiday season.

The spectacle takes place after dark in DUMBO, Brooklyn in the Archway under the Manhattan Bridge - Pearl Street Triangle (Pearl & Water St). 

It is free and appropriate for all ages, 

So don't miss it! 

~ Happy winter season ~

 

Art and Music in the city

Some are already talking about summer being over.  Nonsense! there are still plenty of summer days ahead of us. One of the great remaining weekend activity for music loving New Yorkers is the Highly anticipated MoMa Warm Up series.

From June to September,  the PS1 Museum is hosting an outdoor music series taking place every Saturday (this year through September 6th see link above for details). 

For 17 years now,  Warm Up is introducing us to experimental live music, sound, and DJs—both local and international. The Project supports both established and emerging artists and provides a space for collaboration to them.

It is a fun, high energy place to be and if you are into the music and dance scene, definitely a summer destination to mark on your calendars before the end of this summer. And because It is at MoMa, there is of course a great art installation each year to rave about. Awesome backdrop for visitors.

Art, dance, music and culture mix. This is new York!

The Year of the Horse

We have just entered a new year in the Chinese calendar.  

As always, the festivities are fascinating and grand here in New York City and around the world.  

Such a beautiful burst of energy and light with colorful Dragon dances and a festival of lanterns in the darkest night of the month.  

This year, we are welcoming the wooden horse.
Years of the wooden horse are associated with warfare. Astrologers are predicting tumult and conflicts.  So be prepared, hang on to your harness and be ready for the ride!

Happy Chinese new year dear readers!

(Do you know your Chinese sign? find out in the chart below)

Heart beat

We are exactly one month away form Valentine's day. 

We obviously love this holiday here at Commune and always celebrate it with the cutest window displays.  If you are feeling crafty this year and wanted to express your love to someone special, here are some cool ideas on how to Do It Yourself!

Otherwise, don't worry.  There will be plenty of items and gifts here at the store for you to choose from and make this year one to remember!

♡ Have fun and keep on Loving! ♡

 

 

Thankful

We are again at this time of the year when we gather, share, celebrate and enjoy the winter season.

We wish you a happy Thanksgiving to start off the season! 

 That you are spending it with friends or family,

Don't eat too much... Or do!

Also, we have stocked up on beautiful gifts here at Commune store so make sure to stop by for your holiday shopping.

Please note that we will be closed on Thursday the 22nd, reopening on Friday the 23rd.

Another beautiful night!

We are so grateful for all of you who came and shared our unforgettable 8th year Anniversary party.

Thank you for coming.

We are so blessed  to be where we are.

✶ *  Cheers! ✳  *

Six days left until Mother's day,  always timely in sync on the calendar with the spectacular colors of spring.   The peonies season is in full swing and we thought we would pay tribute to all the awesome moms out there by posting some beautiful spring compositions designed by the skillful hands of floral designer Nicolette Camille and by the talented Saipua team. 

Both floral studios are based in Brooklyn.

Happy Mother's day! Celebrate and share the love!

♡

Wrapping for Mom

3 weeks until Mother's day (May 13th) and it's time to start thinking about how special you want to make her feel.

Of course, what's inside is what matters most, but sometimes the time and care put into wrapping your present can be a beautiful expression of your love as well. 

We found these creative wrapping ideas for this very special day. 

We hope you'll find inspiration in them!

As for what goes inside, we have beautiful jewelry, candles, cards, ceramics, journals and all kinds of mommy-loving presents available at our store, so come on by!