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.
A reader recently wrote in with a list of six types of shops she'd like to see in the neighborhood. With so many interesting storefronts empty, maybe we can inspire some new action around here.... / 14 comments
"As a Wall Street person, I know what it takes to be successful," says Ilysa Winick, who believes that her new business, FasTracKids/Enopi, can help children become confident and think creatively. / 6 comments
...in Times Square. Plus: Changes at the Embassy Suites retail arcade-tunnel thing; FDNY unconcerned about fuel tanks in 50 Hudson catching fire; Plein Sud vs. food cart; "4-D" map of downtown; W hotel opening date; $5.4M condo sale.
The first installment in Jolene Howard's series on making something delicious out of whatever has arrived in the CSA box.... This week: a hearty salad that incorporates kale, turnip greens, radishes, and scallions (plus hazelnuts and cheese). / 9 comments
Plus: Ethan Coen Fine Arts moves, replaced by The Electric Pencil • A reality TV star in the making? • The Pink Fig • Bouillabaise at Landmarc • Macao Trading Co. welcomes "hardcore football fans" for the World Cup • Clown school
New sign! Plus: Expect low-flying military aircraft this week (and go to one of the many wine tastings to take the edge off); P.S. 234 yard sale; special events at A Uno and Moomah; Blessing of the Fleet; Tribeca Tarot Reader; dim sum deliciousness.
Ace Hardware closed as a result. Plus: Opposition to the mosque on landmarking grounds, post office possibly to become a school, Tribeca worker jumps from bridge, Governors Island event schedule, more
"My dream has always been to open a hardware store in my own neighborhood,” says Andy Scheman, whose Tribeca Paint—Hardware & Home opens tomorrow in the West Broadway space that used to be Tribbles.
Sasha Wolf Gallery is moving to Chelsea. Plus: A rumor that the Spotted Pig/Breslin folks are also coming to BPC, a chat with the woman who runs the Fulton Stall Market, Tribeca Dental Studio deal, and Park Place finally gets paved.
Someone who would know confirms that he's negotiating in BPC • Archipelago moves out • Bubby's in Williams-Sonoma • Saluggi's launches brunch • Veuve Clicquot base-wine tasting at New York Vintners / 1 comment
Plus: TFF Family Festival numbers, Just Scandinavian discount, a bunch of interesting events / 1 comment
So who ordered this? Ricky Patel? — Heide Fasnacht / In the News: More ICE on Canal Street
Thank you for this coverage of Stephen’s show. We must add none of this would be possible without the generosity... — Jean Grillo / Art in Tribeca: The paintings of Stephen Grillo
We cannot lose Frankly Wines!!!!! They are the best wine shop in the neighborhood and everyone there is so lovely... — Alana / Frankly Wines has closed
This was one of my favorite shops in the neighborhood! Their selection was spectacular. — FidiGuy / Frankly Wines has closed
Trinity Church, yes I know is in FiDi, offers amazing programs to those in need - Compassion Meals, 5 days... — A2 / Happy Thanksgiving to all, and thanks to all who make this a great place to live
Wishing Liz continued success with Della’s! But sad to hear the wine shop is closing. — Lisa / Frankly Wines has closed
A.'s comment- made my day- I feel ya A — DaniB / Nosy Neighbor: Is the Starbucks on West Broadway and Leonard closed?