In the News: Queen Elizabeth II
...is visiting lower Manhattan tomorrow. Plus: bedbugs at Seaport store; a white boom in Manhattan, especially below Canal; Locanda Verde; where the public-art pianos were painted.
Tribeca en Plein Air
Diane Hardy Waller, one of the 24 artists in the Art Students League class that recently spent two days painting in and around Duane Park, was kind enough to send over examples of the fruits of their labor. / 3 comments
Tickling the Ivories
What's new in Wickiworld: Wickham Boyle rhapsodizes about "Play Me, I'm Yours," the public-art project that has installed pianos around the city: "They shake us from the often obsessive thoughts of shoulds, coulds, and didn’ts."
In the News: SHO Shaun Hergatt
Plus: Thieves at Torly Kid, $400 jeans for men, and a Pierre Toussaint walking tour.
“This Mess” at Pelavin Gallery
I quite enjoyed Pelavin Gallery's new group show, "This Mess We're In: Reflections on the Metropolis"—especially the Molotov cocktail, and even the rat flower—so I emailed a few questions over to Todd Masters, Pelavin's new director and co-owner. / 4 comments
Seen & Heard: Fudge Pops!
Frozen fruit pops, too! Plus: the winners' circle at Babesta Cribz; New York Academy of Art; Tamarind; Golden Palominos at City Winery.
In the News: Rammellzee
The early "graffiti writer, hip-hop pioneer and performance artist" (and Tribeca then BPC resident) has died. Plus: Iron Mule Short Comedy Film Festival, West Thames Park, W Downtown, and bus bulbs.
Newsletter: July 2
Upstairs to become Bouley Studio • Imagine Swimming • Tribeca Retail Club • Sale Reports • CB1 Agendas • She Writes grows up • Art Students League / 2 comments
Where in Tribeca…?
I know there's someone out there who knows where this was shot. Is it you? Are you the one? Meet me in the comments page.... Update: We have a winner! / 1 comment
Calendar: July 1–24
This weekend: Dan Zanes; Clifford the Big Red Dog; the Iron Mule Short Comedy Film Festival; Yellowfever; Woven Bones; Spottiswoode and His Enemies; Martha Redbone; more. Plus: the full calendar through July 24.
In the News: Embassy Suites
...to be replaced by an upscale brand. Plus: Best Made founder profiled at length; Michael Imperioli lists his "goth," "bordello" townhouse; Hudson River Park; more.
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History of Tribeca Buildings
Deep thanks to Nicole for continuing the legacy and mission of our legendary chef David Bouley. I was lucky enough... — Gilberto. / Foundation established for David Bouley
Nicole is a dear friend, and I think the world of both her and David. I had the pleasure of... — Mary Balaban / Foundation established for David Bouley
Tragedy. I went here about once a month. Good spot to eat at the bar. Something for everyone to bring... — Brian / Il Giglio on Greenwich has closed
I've had a vendor for years linked on the site; just recently pulled it down to switch vendors. Stay tuned.... — Tribeca Citizen / Seen & Heard: Stealing the TC logo
Good place for ICE to hang out too. — G / Deliverista hub on Broadway is under construction
This property has been stuck in a bankruptcy proceeding for 6 years. Most jurisdictions around the country would resolve something... — Reademan / Deliverista hub on Broadway is under construction
According to the Signal app, someone called 911 the other day about debris allegedly falling from the crane. Apparently nothing... — MW / Deliverista hub on Broadway is under construction