RI DAILY

Manhattan's little, quieter island and beyond

Daily beats from a quieter Manhattan.

RI DAILY

Manhattan's little, quieter island and beyond

Reporting Roosevelt Island since sunrise.

FLOWER MARKET

FLOWER MARKET Chaos: Artist CJ Hendry Booted From Four Freedoms Park

A chaotic influx of unregistered visitors at the Cherry Blossom Festival in Southpoint and Four Freedoms State Park led to a swift response from RIOC’s Public Safety, mitigating potential danger. Despite warnings, organizer CJ Hendry oversold and mismanaged the event, prompting the shutdown and a costly safety operation. Trust in park event management and artist usage has been shaken.

SOLD OUT!CJ Hendry’s Flower Market Exhibition at FDR Four Freedoms Park

The Flower Market, an impressive exhibition by Australian artist CJ Hendry, fills FDR Four Freedoms Park with a 120-foot greenhouse showcasing 100,000 intricately crafted plush flowers. Renowned for her hyperrealistic drawings of everyday objects, Hendry’s work captivates international audiences. Visit the free exhibit from Thursday to Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Tickets required.