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In the News: Hudson Plaza
An upside to the Chambers Street construction. Plus: Ke$ha concert canceled; BPC Greenmarket; doormen blocking census workers; Kate Hudson and Usher; BPCA 9/11 lawsuits; bike helmets.
James Franco, Artist
Actor James Franco's first solo art exhibit, "The Dangerous Book Four Boys," has opened at the Clocktower Gallery. Let's take a peek, shall we...? / 8 comments
New Kid on the Block: Bit’z Kids
A new children's clothing store, Bit'z Kids, has opened on Greenwich Street. The clothes, for kids up to 8 years old, are designed in Japan, but you'd hardly know it from many of the New York–centric designs.
The CSA Chronicles: Presto, Pesto!
The second installment in Jolene Howard’s series on making something delicious out of whatever has arrived in the CSA box…. This week: pesto, which you can prep now and enjoy its summery taste for months. / 2 comments
Seen & Heard: Gymboree Deal
Big savings on Groupon. Plus: Info on James Franco's art exhibit at the Clocktower; Downtown Dance Factory for adults; and a video that, well, I'm not sure how I feel about it.
In the News: Unleashed By Petco
...is coming to Chambers Street. Plus: CB1 rethinking its Cordoba House decision; World Trade Center arts center update; Nutopia sold; Hudson Square; Plein Sud; Gerwürztraminers galore. / 1 comment
New Kid on the Block: Mauri
A family-run, Milan-based shoe company for over 50 years, Mauri has opened a store at 92 Chambers. The style is exuberant, and occasionally blingy.
Seen & Heard: Piano Man
There's an art-project piano in City Hall Park. Plus: Torly Kid sale, Ward III anniversary, and Takahachi Bakery tweaks its schedule for July and August. / 2 comments
In the News: Waterfront Masterplan
First step: a meeting. Plus: Stylish Tribecans; Pier 40 farmer's market prognosis; sale at Kiosk in Soho; a complaint against the Fairchild Lofts
Seen & Heard: Canal Park Playhouse
Plus: Counterfeiters on the loose; Clocktower Gallery info (sort of); Trattoria Cinque; more. / 2 comments
Newsletter: June 21
Lady Gaga in Tribeca • Suggestion Box: Whole Foods • Calendar • CsillaWear • Lai Montesca • Old real estate brochures • Much more
In the News: Water Street Revival
Plus: Two buildings up for sale, crime on the rise (and so, a task force!), the LMDC getting punished for its ineptitude, and a midlife crisis that doesn't sound so bad.