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THE QUINTESSENTIAL ESCAPE FROM MANHATTAN
The ultimate country house for sophisticated New Yorkers seeking a bucolic CT getaway just one hour from Midtown. This 4,000 square foot contemporized stately English Tudor on 2.65 protected, fenced lush acres and perennial gardens, offers 4 bedrooms, 2/1 baths on 3 finished levels with a library loft. Picture-perfect Old World styling with elaborate stone, brickwork & half-timbering and two fireplaces, juxtaposed by clean modern interior and top appointments. With lower level English pub and gym, it’s perfect for private weekends, or sophisticated entertaining. Just minutes from the Merritt Parkway, fine dining, antique shopping and more. See the listing for more information. Sponsored by William Pitt Sotheby’s International Realty; each office is independently owned and operated.

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A PRO-TRUMP MARCH IN TRIBECA
The organizers chose the neighborhood because it represents “the heart of elite East Coast Hollywood establishment types such as Robert De Niro and Meryl Streep.” Here are all the details. (Above: A previous event in D.C.; photo by Jeff Malet.)

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WHAT COPS HAVE TO SAY ABOUT THE TEEN HOOLIGANS
When people spoke of being harassed, 1st Precinct commanding officer Mark Iocco repeatedly responded by asking why no one had called 911: “How can I do anything about it if I don’t know about it?” But then he mentioned a course of action….

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SEEN & HEARD
••• 3/30: The Gargoyle Hunters. Plus: Hugh Jackman film shooting here; Holland Tunnel traffic mess; Urban Archaeology’s new showroom has opened; more on the kids’ store coming to Greenwich Street; demolition on W. Broadway; “Law & Order: SVU” is back again.
••• 3/31: Holland Tunnel traffic study. Plus: Why the NYPD doesn’t enforce the no-truck rule on Laight; Babesta is merging its Tribeca stores; no sign of progress at Bouley’s next location; Roc served with eviction papers; David Weeks Studio sample sale today.
••• 4/1: The Holland Tunnel traffic study is mainly about Soho. Plus: The dangerous situation at Washington and Watts (above); more painted asphalt on Franklin Street; Vivi Bubble Tea has opened; another Broadway store for rent; makeup inspired by Jean-Michel Basquiat.
••• 4/2: Fios frustration. Plus: Clarification from David Bouley; Community Board 1 street fair on Warren Street; 21-foot-long photo at Soho Photo; psychic setting up shop on Franklin.

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WASHINGTON STREET IN FLUX
Plans have finally been filed to double the size of a five-story building. That makes five projects in the works on a three-block stretch—along with three others completed on Washington in recent years.

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IN THE NEWS
••• 3/30: Will Cotton’s candyland. Plus: “Renowned French colorist” opening pop-up salon; new pair of 15-story buildings on Charlton; when Park Row had cable cars.
••• 3/31: A gondola to Governors Island? Plus: Bouley Test Kitchen appears to be moving; the city’s free wi-fi service is set to expand below Worth Street; Department of Education posting lead-test results for area schools.
••• 4/1: Remodeling the New York Academy of Art. Plus: Remembering artist James Rosenquist; the future of the grand bank lobby at 49 Chambers; another Augustine review; FDNY toughens anti-hazing rules after incidents at a Tribeca firehouse.

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WHERE IN TRIBECA…?
Congratulations to Derek for correctly identifying last week’s Where in Tribeca…? Click the link to discover the answer for yourself.

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WELCOME TO TWEEBECA
Can you believe what @soandso tweeted about Tribeca?

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