Seen & Heard: Aquaspinning for Men
Plus: Free table tennis; another Ricky's store; new date for Jack's Stir Brew Coffee; cronuts at the Food Emporium.
About That New Greenwich Street Boutique
"My partner lives in Tribeca and I live in Battery Park," said one of the owners. "Local ladies who wanted a local place to shop." It's opening next month. / 1 comment
In the News: Calatrava to Design St. Nicholas Church
Plus: Battery Park City Authority ex-president not even mentioned at board meeting; 463 Greenwich analysis; FiDi juice bar; Matt Bernson.
Seen & Heard: Franklin Street Is Blue
Plus: Hand Held Films has left the neighborhood; Washington Market Park events; Fika delivery; Balloon Saloon sale; El Vez progress, of sorts. / 5 comments
An Update on All Good Things
After yesterday's news that Dickson's is leaving All Good Things, the market's owner, Kyle Wittels, invited me over to talk about where it's headed—you can expect more prepared foods, more seating, and other changes. / 20 comments
Great New Preschool Alternative at Downtown Dance Factory
New York's hippest dance studio, Downtown Dance Factory is a place where kids regularly jump for joy—which makes it the perfect place for a new performing arts–based preschool alternative, ddfplay. / Sponsored
In the News: Pier A Funding Blocked
Plus: Cherrywood Kitchen closed; Battery Park City esplanade trees; Open Kitchen in FiDi; an old Tribeca photo. / 2 comments
The World Trade Center Security Plan
Looking for a depressing beach read? The NYPD has released its 834-page World Trade Center Campus Security Plan Final Environmental Impact Statement.
Seen & Heard: Black Spring
Plus: A bright yellow paint job; Dylan Prime demo; 3-Legged Dog schedule; history of the Harrison restaurant space; artist Naima Rauam; West Street closures. / 5 comments
Could Balthazar Be Moving Downtown?
At the risk of being labeled the boy who cried "McNally," I'm passing along a rumor that makes an intriguing amount of sense. / 8 comments
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History of Tribeca Buildings
Adding for context - prior to 9/11, there were many government (City and State) offices in Tribeca. 250 Church Street,... — lisa / Nosy Neighbor: Why is there another food truck in Bogardus Plaza?
Last but not least, I'd like to put in a plug for Cafe Clementine!! Real brick and mortar store, real... — lisa / Nosy Neighbor: Why is there another food truck in Bogardus Plaza?
Continuing... It does not seem fair that a food cart or food truck could just plop itself in a place... — lisa / Nosy Neighbor: Why is there another food truck in Bogardus Plaza?
I am confused about the City's structure and requirements for food carts and food trucks? I know that both are... — lisa / Nosy Neighbor: Why is there another food truck in Bogardus Plaza?
And apparently Taylor Swift's wedding will be at Madison Square Garden July 2-3. I am puzzled by MSG Many lovely... — lisa / An update on the 4th of July
I'm surprised by Sandra's assumption that Alexandra (whom I don't know) is a "transplant." She certainly doesn't mention being one.... — Deborah / Nosy Neighbor: Why is there another food truck in Bogardus Plaza?
This isn't meant to be callous, since I understand this is going to have big impacts on people who live... — malcolm / City’s first meeting on Independence Plaza tower is Thursday