••• A pizzeria called La Belleza is opening where III L’s used to be at 315 Broadway, just below Thomas. Maybe it’s related to the one on E. 49th?

••• From the BMCC Tribeca Performing Arts Center: “Everyone is invited to Tribeca Treats at 94 Reade on Wednesday, August 28, anytime between 6 and 8 p.m. for one final Meet & Greet of the summer. There will be an assortment of cookies, cupcakes, brownies and coffee to sample—and since the shop will be open, there will be a 10% discount for anyone who wants to make a purchase. Come with ideas or just come to shake hands—let us know how we can work together as businesses, families or individuals.”

••• On Sept. 9, Mysterious Bookshop‘s own Otto Penzler will celebrate the release of a “flash-fiction anthology,” Kwik Krimes.

••• While walking on Murray yesterday, I peeked inside what used to be Eamonn’s and what will one day be Washington Market Tavern—it’s from the owner of Mudville 9—and the place looked thoroughly demolished, so maybe the build-out will start soon.

••• Summer Sale Report: Grown & Sewn is having a sale online and in-store. I just scored a pair of paints for $100 (and you have to like the free shipping).