HAPPY THANKSGIVING TO ALL…
…and thanks to all who make this a great place to live. The yearly shout out on this day to all the volunteer organizations in the neighborhood, and the people who keep them humming.

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SHOP-LOCAL GIFT GUIDE: THREADS! (FOR GUYS)
More great gifts in the clothing and shoe department, this time for men, with stops at The Armoury, Aztech Mountain, Maharishi and more.

SHOP-LOCAL GIFT GUIDE: KIDS!
Scroll to the bottom for this one, since there are just so many beautiful, original and fun things for kids in the neighborhood.

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SEEN & HEARD
Eataly Soho opening delayed. Plus the tree lighting at the Seaport; an animated Downtown holiday scene; Gourmet Garage Soho has closed.

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CELEBRATING THE NEIGHBORHOOD FROM 60 HUDSON
There are no bad views from the eighth floor of the Western Union Building. Thanks to you, Tribeca.

CHURCH STREET SCHOOL HAS A NEW EXEC DIRECTOR
Dr. Chrissie Placilla comes from the city’s Harmony Program. Longtime CSSMA administrator Betsy Kerlin is stepping down.