Seen & Heard: Reflecting on Tribeca in the ’80s, in novels

TRIBECA IN THE ’80S, ON THE PAGE
Authors Laura Scalzo and Kerri Schlottman will be discussing New York City in the 1980s — and here — and how it inspired their recently launched novels, on Sept. 28, 6:30p, upstairs at Monk McGinn’s. Both women have deep Tribeca roots and both of their books reflect that. Laura worked at The Sporting Club in the mid-80s and spent all her tips at Puffy’s; her book, “American Arcadia,” is partly set in a Tribeca loft on Franklin Street. Kerri had worked at Apexart for many years and her book, “Tell Me One Thing,” also takes place in the ’80s and includes downtown scenes like the Mudd Club. The event is free; register here.

325 GREENWICH LOOKING HANDSOME
It is such a relief to have the sidewalk bridge down at 325 Greenwich, and the building is looking especially sharp with its new retail paint job.

FORENSIC SCIENCE AT THE WORLD TRADE CENTGER
In the aftermath of 9/11, the New York City Office of Chief Medical Examiner (OCME) was tasked with identifying the remains of those who had been killed at the World Trade Center – work which remains unfinished. The 9/11 Museum will host a discussion on their efforts on Wednesday, Sept. 27, 6p, with Mark Desire, the assistant director of forensic biology at the OCME; WTC anthropologist Jennifer K. Odien; and criminalist Carl D. Gajewski. They will discuss their work, how it has helped facilitate and been aided by advancements in DNA identification technology, and how this project has assisted in mass atrocities around the world. Register for free here.

MAYOR HONORING LONGTERM RESIDENTS
The mayor is seeking to honor residents who have lived on the block, resided in buildings, served in a civic organizations the longest. You can nominate folks for that award here.

 

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