Here's your chance to go inside Richard Meier's glass condo on Grand Army Plaza. Lots of people are mucho curious about what the apartments looks like and Momasphere (www.momasphere.com) had a great idea.
They're hosting author, Amy Sohn for a book reading of her latest novel Prospect
Park West (Simon & Schuster; September 1, 2009; $25.00)
on October 8th, 2009 from 7-9pm at the Richard Meier
On Prospect Park (www.onprospectpark.com). Book Court will offer discounted copies of the book at the event for $20.
Date: Thursday, October 8th, 2009
Time: 7 to 9pm
Place: Richard Meier On Prospect Park (1 Grand Army Plaza, Brooklyn, NY) 11238)
Price: Tickets will be $10 online & $15 at the door. For more information and to RSVP/purchase tickets please visit www.momasphere.com/upcoming-events.
Here's the blurb:
signing and Q&A by Brooklyn mommy author Amy Sohn from her new book, Prospect
Park West in the minimalist architectural masterpiece,
Richard Meier On Prospect Park. “I could not be more excited to be
reading form Prospect Park West, a novel that takes place almost entirely in
the Slope, in Richard Meier’s building- a setting that will surely
complement my book.” Sarah
Jessica Parker’s production company has optioned the story in conjunction
with HBO for a half-hour show.
In the same way that "Sex and the City" examined the lives of
four independent women who live and love in contemporary Manhattan, Sohn's
latest novel delves into the scandalous, sexy lives of four different mothers
as each goes through a crisis adjusting to parenthood in the picturesque haven
of Park Slope, Brooklyn.
Amy Sohn’s private reading of Prospect Park West is sponsored by
Richard Meier On Prospect Park. The newly-completed condominium residences at
Richard Meier On Prospect Park gracefully overlook the location of the
book’s title, Prospect Park West, with spectacular cityscape,
harbor and park views from the signature floor-to-ceiling, wall-to-wall glass.
The building’s design by Pritzker Prize winning architect Richard Meier
celebrates the convergence of classic architecture and modern living. Guests
will be treated to an insider’s view of this modernist landmark while
enjoying wine courtesy of Sip Fine Wine (www.sipfinewine.com) and sumptuous hors d'oeurves served
up by Brooklyn's own Melt restaurant. (www.meltnyc.com).The
evening will be capped off with live music by jazz guitarist, Chad Coe (www.chadcoe.com), raffle prizes and gift bags.
Momasphere
creates innovative programs and events that serve to empower, enrich and
enlighten moms, while giving back to the community. Momasphere offers a forum for activities that promote
personal growth, fun and replenishment, for moms at any stage of life. “Mom groups often focus on children of a certain age range,
but we found that moms with children at any stage have so much to share,”
said co-founder Melissa Lopata. The goal of Momasphere is to address the
"whole mom" (mind, body, spirit) and reawaken & celebrate the
multiple aspects of mothers as multi-faceted women with interests and skills
that go beyond their roles as moms. “We're getting
fabulous feedback. Our mantra, whole women make whole moms, seems to be
striking a resonant chord,” said co-founder Ellen Bari. A
portion of the proceeds from this event will benefit www.childrenofthecity.com.
For more information and to purchase tickets please visit www.momasphere.com/upcoming-events.