Foto Friday
This week: photos taken at the World Financial Center and on Greenwich Street and Peck Slip.
Where in Tribeca…?
You know the drill: Email if you think you know where this photo was shot. I predict no one gets this, even though it's the door of one of those only-in-New-York places that are fewer and fewer....
How Kids See Downtown
You may recall how in April Babesta launched Greetings from My Hood/The Postcard Project, handing out 100 disposable cameras so that kids age 5 to 13 could take photos of anything below Canal that represented the area. Well, the photos are in!
Takahachi Bakery’s Soft Opening Is Today
Still upset about Bouley Bakery closing? Takahachi Bakery, which soft-opens today, might be just what you need to ease the pain. Besides all manner of breads and pastries, many with a Japanese touch, the bakery will serve sandwiches, salads, soups, and even homemade ice cream. / 6 comments
Newsletter: June 11
Restaurant progress report • CB1 Tribeca unofficial minutes • OLighting and FasTracKids • Calendar • CSA Chronicles • World Cup • More
TAMA Closing June 19
"As night falls in TriBeCa for TAMA Gallery," begins the sad email, "we invite our valued friends, clients and visitors to help us with the task of putting all our unique one-of-a-kind babies to sleep...."
In the News: WTC Settlement
Plus: the buyers of 2 N. Moore unmasked; Renee Zellweger and Bradley Cooper; Issey Miyake sale; Real Housewife Bethenny Frankel, school overcrowding, and a trio of parks for the Seaport.
Calendar: June 10–July 4
This weekend in Tribeca: ARChive's record and CD sale; Nicole Kidman in "To Die For"; Leo Kottke; White Hinterland concert; the opening of 92YTribeca's "Feria Artistica" show; "Real Dogs," a play; multimedia opera; and many ongoing exhibits. Plus: The full calendar through July 4.
Seen & Heard: Diddy Date
Plus: The Guillotine; Rosario's Kitchen closes; Bit'z Kids coupon; liquor licenses for MaryAnn's and Plein Sud; Tribeca Grand film screenings; bidding adieu to Alicia Kachmar, who crocheted this adorable s'more, and summer options for kids. Plus: Win panties. / 1 comment
NKOTB: FasTracKids/Enopi
"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
CB1 Tribeca Committee: The Unofficial Minutes
The CB1 Tribeca committee discussed North Tribeca rezoning, a liquor license for 159 Duane, Locanda Verde sidewalk-seating (slapdown!), curb management, Salaam Bombay cooking odors, and more. / 2 comments
New Favorite Thing
After catching an unfortunate glimpse in the mirror, I decided to ban cookies from my life—which will last until I'm next in the vicinity of this little bit of irresistibleness. / 2 comments
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History of Tribeca Buildings
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
Completely agree! 45 park place is a blight on our neighborhood — CG / Deliverista hub on Broadway is under construction
I would love real tribeca citizen merch! A simple classic baseball hat would be fab! — Cw / Seen & Heard: Stealing the TC logo
I’m so glad to see this happening. I had the good fortune to eat in his restaurants and attend a... — Anthony Bartelme / Foundation established for David Bouley