Newsletter: June 25
James Franco, artist • New Kids on the Block: Bit'z Kids, Mauri • CSA Chronicles: pesto • This weekend's events • In the News • Much, much more / 4 comments
Where in Tribeca…?
Know where this was shot? Post your guesses in the comments—or else. [Update: The answer has been posted.]
Seen & Heard: TAMA Closeout
Plus: Expect traffic snarls tonight; Children's Day at the Seaport; Dylan Prime deal; Brandy Library's Islay Brunch; Mysterious Bookshop's Thrillerfest; New Amsterdam Market's Bread Pavilion.
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
Left rectangle ads redesigned
Robert Ripps book
History of Tribeca Buildings
I'm a bit confused by the whole thing. That approximate location has historically been the location of the city jail... — John Gallagher / New plans and an alternative proposal for the White Street jail
Teaneck here! — SW / Prepping for the storm
Teaneck! — SW / Prepping for the storm
I heard that Alternate Plan #3 is to turn it into a ballroom. — SW / New plans and an alternative proposal for the White Street jail
Yes! Our firehouse on Long Island also sounded the snowday alarm -- along with a noon whistle every day that... — Tribeca Citizen / Prepping for the storm
So funny, I took almost identical photos at WF on Saturday! The cupboards were literally bare, and there was a... — SW / Let the hoarding begin
This whole idea was poorly conceived. Ludicrous waste of time and the mess it has created is unconscionable. Nothing wrong... — R. / New plans and an alternative proposal for the White Street jail