Up, up, and away.
REFLECT
N Sky C
What: “The average color of the New York City sky, updated every five minutes.”
Why: It’s better than the average color of your cubicle, updated never.
When: You’re feeling blue — or gray.
Where: Online at nskyc.com.
DEVOUR
Knock-Off Cakes
What: Pastry chef Khahlidra Levister whips up delectable squares inspired by classic candies from across the pond (Terry’s Chocolate Orange, Coconut Bounty, Cadbury’s Turkish Delight).
Why: Second-generation sweets shop owner Jigs Patel imports all the aforementioned Brit treats (plus HobNobs, Digestives, and Jaffa Cakes).
When: Mon. & Tues., 7 a.m.-9 p.m.; Wed.-Fri., 7 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sat., 8:30 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sun., 8:30 a.m.-9 p.m.
Where: The London Candy Co., 1442 Lexington Ave., at 94th St. (212-427-2129).
DRINK
Millbrook Winery’s Vineyard Express
What: Head to Poughkeepsie via Metro-North; a round-trip shuttle transports you to the Hudson Valley for lunch at Millbrook’s Vineyard Grille & Cafe, a guided winery tour, a tasting, and a vino-inspired gift bag.
Why: All of the boozing, none of the driving.
When: Thru Oct. 30. Every Sat. & Sun.
Where: 26 Wing Rd., Millbrook (845-677-8383 ext. 11). Reservations (required) online at cellarpass.com. Cost is $75 per person plus train fare.
EXAMINE
The View from a Volcano
What: Explore the downtown New York arts scene of the 1970s and early ’80s during The Kitchen’s earliest years (’71-’85) in Soho.
Why: Videos and more from writer/actor Eric Bogosian, the Talking Heads, dancer Karole Armitage, and the Beastie Boys.
When: Thru Aug. 27.
Where: 512 W. 19th St., b/t Tenth & Eleventh Aves. (212-255-5793). Admission is free.
BUY
Native Shoes/The Hole Gallery Pop-Up
What: Simultaneously browse the footwear label’s summer kicks (Howard boat shoe, Jericho sneaker) and Miami duo FriendsWithYou’s first solo NYC exhibition.
Why: Spinning neon candies, crazy color blobs, and giant puddles.
When: Thru Aug. 6. Tues.-Sun., noon-7 p.m.
Where: 312 Bowery, at Bleecker St.
Photos: Courtesy of N Sky C














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