THE AFTERMATH OF THE ANN STREET COLLAPSE
Street closures and vacate orders may continue until June. Plus existing construction and sidewalk bridges have made the entire neighborhood almost unnavigable.

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NEW KID ON THE BLOCK: BIRCH COFFEE
This is the 13th location for the local chain, founded in 2009 with $10k cashed in from a bar mitzvah bond.

SEEN & HEARD
Music in the playground. Plus a beading events for moms and kids; a clothing collection for families in need; a makeover for a Tribeca original; an encore from Philippe Petit?

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TASTE IS IN THREE WEEKS!
The 29th annual festival of local culinary talent is scheduled — rain or shine — for May 20 on Duane Park.

SEEN & HEARD
Candidate challenging Chris Marte. Plus a baby expo at Cocoon; Repertory Season is underway at the Actors Studio; a new exhibit at the Fire Museum.

IN THE NEWS
Cats rescued from Ann Street. Plus photographer Melanie Dunea on Anthony Bourdain; progress on 111 Wall; a farewell visit at Marc Forgione before the move.