New Kid on the Block: Josephine
"We named Josephine after Napoleon's wife," says Angelina Herman. "She's a symbol of French tradition but she was modern for her time, too. She was a businesswoman." / 4 comments
Seen & Heard: Josephine
Soft opening today. Plus: New name and opening for the 200 Chambers medical facility; TRX deal; Frankly Wines deal and tasting.
TCQ&A: “Tribeca Needs a Good Chinese Restaurant”
Tania Anthony of Resale-Riches, an online consignment boutique, shows us around her Tribeca—including the discount stores she can't resist, who she goes to for jewelry repairs, and the "inconspicuous" restaurant she visits for special occasions. / 1 comment
Dancing for Yourself
"You sweat, you laugh, and you move," writes health and wellness coach Rebecca Sadek about the adult classes at Downtown Dance Factory. "What could be better than that?" / 3 comments
Foto Friday
This week: photos taken on Sixth Ave., in Washington Market Park; and on West, Church, White, Hudson, and Vestry Streets. One is potentially NSFW, although it's also art, so it's probably defensible.
Seen & Heard: Art, Art, Everywhere
Plus: Family-fitness coming to Reade (where else?); Lady Gaga's piano; Chanterelle; John Wesley Harding's Cabinet of Wonders; Peck Slip. / 1 comment
In the News: Christy Turlington Burns
Plus: The non-Nordstrom Nordstrom store; Capsouto Park; Mariah Carey; Olsen Twins; Capsouto Frères.
Pop-Up: Project No. 8
"It's basically an overview of all the things we really love," says Project No. 8 co-founder Brian Janusiak of the new pop-up shop on Duane.
Where in Tribeca…?
Know where this rooster roosts? Say so in the comments. P.S. If nothing else, school will help you learn all about capitalization and punctuation. Update: We have a winner! / 1 comment
Dining in the Dark
Dans le Noir?, which has no-light restaurants in cities worldwide, is applying for a liquor license for 54-56 Franklin, between Lafayette and Broadway.
Newsletter: Oct. 29
Halloween weekend events • New kid on the block: Pelea Mexicana • The lights at 289 Church • November calendar • Based in Tribeca: Matt Bernson • Columbine • Capsouto Park • Nordstrom Soho • Pickles
Calendar: Oct. 28–Nov. 30
This month in and around Tribeca: Julie Andrews; Jamie Oliver; "Anchorman" reconsidered; iPhone photo exhibit; Bond New York meet-your-neighbors event; Canal Park Playhouse opens; "Sweet Smell of Success"; Preservation Hall Jazz Band; Bob Mould and Marshall Crenshaw; Bogardus Garden bulb-planting day; Harvey Keitel and Mike D; writer Larry Doyle; a play by SpongeBob writer Steven Banks; Canstruction; Shawn Colvin; Kristin Hersh; Crawdaddy! photographer exhibit; "Lula Belle in Search of Santa"; NYC Horror Festival; "The Apartment"; David Strathairn; "Harold and the Purple Crayon"; Mose Allison; "Dog Day Afternoon"; Mike Holmes; "Hannah and Her Sisters"; much more. / 4 comments
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Robert Ripps book
History of Tribeca Buildings
Listing here: https://www.iprg.com/property/132-west-broadway/ — James Bogardus / Nosy Neighbor: Is the Telephone Sales & Service Company building for sale?
I’m pretty sure they’ve done that before — Rohin / Seen & Heard: Coffee Project & Big Gay Ice Cream on hiatus?
Two iconic NYC establishments which I have had the privilege to frequent since their inception, and that have never wavered... — Christopher M / Jerry Walker, co-owner of Walker’s and The Ear Inn, has died
I've already put on five pounds. — George Bacon / Carbs are back in the neighborhood
Don’t forget Seppes Pizza Bar that opened on the Goldman walk next to Shake Shack. Pizza is fantastic, great bar... — Slue / Carbs are back in the neighborhood
Ugh...how much longer do I have to wait for Big Gay Ice Cream!!! LOVE their WV Location. — Jack Hughes / Seen & Heard: Coffee Project & Big Gay Ice Cream on hiatus?
I remember the days when we only had pick a bagel across the highway. Excited for Modern Bagel - they... — JD / Carbs are back in the neighborhood