Weather often becomes a focal point when a major blizzard sweeps in, dumping nearly two feet of snow on the city. It’s a moment for introspection, especially given Mayor Mamdani’s travel ban, announced with a jarring alarm that sent a wave of anxiety through New Yorkers.
This week serves as a brief pause before March unleashes a series of major exhibitions: the Whitney Biennial, Carol Bove’s showcase at the Guggenheim, and Raphael’s presentation at the Met, to name a few. Delve into stories exploring the complexities of Appalachia, discover Helene Schjerfbeck, possibly Finland’s answer to Edvard Munch, and immerse yourself in Glenn Ligon’s exploration of blues.
For those willing to brave the cold, New York City, which never truly stops, offers a wealth of activities: zine-making workshops, discussions on art’s political trajectory in NYC, lion dances, and a two-week documentary film festival that might whisk you away to warmer, drier places.
— Lisa Yin Zhang, Associate Editor
