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History of Tribeca Buildings
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In the News: Taqueria chain coming to the malls
Plus dreaming of El Teddy's and its crown; could the residential tower at 161 Maiden Lane be listing?; recommendations for the film festival; the latest from the police blotter.
If these walls could talk…
Compiled from Tom Miller's posts at Daytonian in Manhattan, the History of Tribeca Buildings database now has more than 125 entries, each with the zesty anecdotes you've come to expect. Here are six recent additions.
Seen & Heard: A marker for the first synagogue in North America
A street co-naming honors the Mill Street Synagogue, built in 1730 on what is now an Icon parking lot on South William Street, and Rabbi Gershom Mendes Seixas, a leader of the Jewish community during the colonial era. / 2 comments
In the News: City Winery will move to Pier 57
Plus parents weigh in on brownfield site cleanup; the Star Tribune summaries the state budget; 108 Leonard clocktower preservationists lose in court -- the clock will go electric. / 3 comments
Where in Tribeca?
There's still hope...for more inspiration coming from the streets of Tribeca. So, what's the origin of this one? Thanks to JB for the eagle eye and the snap. / 2 comments
Then & Now: a river view over three decades
Here's an insightful observation: times have changed. And here’s the proof: the view from Vestry and West Street, taken in the early ‘90s as State DOT started to rebuild the highway.
“Big Ben” at 108 Leonard in court again
The Times and Crain's report that the case against the developers of 108 Leonard to protect the building's clock tower -- a rare city interior landmark -- is pending in the state's highest court. / 3 comments
In the News: Civil rights activist gets her due
A piece of downtown history is resurrected by the Times and Mo Rocca; driver indicted for murder in cause of December accident; 66 Leonard scooped up. / 13 comments
Where in Tribeca?
Can you identify this piece of urban archeology? A clue: there’s a connection between the masonry and the address. Comment here. / 7 comments
True Tales of Tribeca’s Buildings
Compiled from Tom Miller's posts at Daytonian in Manhattan, the History of Tribeca Buildings database now has more than 130 entries, each with the zesty anecdotes you've come to expect. Here are six recent additions.
Tribeca Then and Now: The Unidentifiables
A big thank-you again to Jane Freeman for sharing her trove of photos from the '80s and '90s, and thanks to everyone (especially James and Robert Ripps) who helped place the ones that I couldn't. As one last stab, here are the 14 remaining unidentifiables. / 8 comments
In the News: Souen Restaurant Is Closing
Plus: Aire Ancient Baths is opening an uptown spa; the history of Cortlandt Alley, along with a supercut of scenes shot there; La Garçonne collaboration for spring. / 2 comments
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I miss Best Market. Tribeca (and every other neighborhood) needs a traditional supermarket. Making due with Whole Foods, Trader Joe's... — Vicki / Crowd Sourcing: What’s going on at Whole Foods?
And Tribeca Dublin! http://www.tribeca.ie/tribeca.html — AGF / The Tribeca® Brand (Part 12)
Another reason to support and shop at our Greenmarket. The freshest fish you can find, great meat, chicken and eggs... — JSM / Crowd Sourcing: What’s going on at Whole Foods?
I was at Whole Foods on Sunday and overheard a shelf stocker exasperatingly talking to another, "I need a office... — Adam / Crowd Sourcing: What’s going on at Whole Foods?
My one caution re: Amish...check "sell by" dates carefully, especially on dairy products. Many times I've found items with dates... — Makes You Go "Hmm-m-m" / Crowd Sourcing: What’s going on at Whole Foods?
They are now crowded at all times of day because of the Whole Foods (or other delivery service) shoppers. And... — MF / Crowd Sourcing: What’s going on at Whole Foods?
"Amish"? How so? It is fine for regular shopping, even though generally quite expensive (not sure if it is more... — Marcus / Crowd Sourcing: What’s going on at Whole Foods?