Where in Tribeca…?
I was wondering if I should pull the plug on this little game—it's hard finding the right balance between too hard and too easy—when I noticed a weathervane.... Know where it is? Please answer in the comments. [Updated with the answer] / 3 comments
Calendar: Aug. 13–Sept. 6
This weekend in and around Tribeca: Harry Nilsson documentary and tribute; 80s flicks "Popeye" and "Joystick"; SEAPaddle NYC; flowers for kids; concerts by Tracy Bonham, The Wedding Present, and others; Mayor's Cup kayak race; free family tennis clinics; Fulton Stall Market; a look at Chinese weddings; much more.
Seen & Heard: Calamity Chang
...is ready for takeoff. Plus: Civil war at Bon Chon; history tour deal; gluten-free baking mixes; a good, affordable lunch option; and a "Sporting Sail."
In the News: Bedrock Revival
Plus: Lady Gaga looks at a Tribeca rental; rezoning-out-hotels plan draws ire; nail salons serving alcohol; W New York Downtown's success; Five Guys Burgers and Fries; Downtown Hospital to open a wellness and prevention center.
Progress Report: Opening Soonish
In the next month and a half, the streets of Tribeca should look a bit different—new businesses (and new outposts of existing ones) are set to pop up all over. Let's see what's on its way.... / 5 comments
A Very Cool Joyride
Today is the inaugural Tribeca day of Joyride—a truck serving tangy frozen yogurt and Stumptown coffee. / 1 comment
Seen & Heard: Pomme Closed
Plus: Maybe RHX is closing too? Also, two commercials are about to be shot here, and a most refreshing lemonade. / 1 comment
In the News: Chambers Construction
Gentlemen, start your bulldozers. Plus: Il Matto gets a rave; W New York Downtown opens; Park51's first (mis)steps; Tribecan Kerry Propper; and a local pastry chef goes slumming in midtown.
Suggestion Box: Equinox
Let's get constructive again! Last time, we offered advice to Whole Foods on how it could improve the customer experience. I thought we might try Equinox next. I'll go first.... UPDATE: Now we know that Equinox is listening—and the Tribeca location is due to be renovated—what are you waiting for? / 16 comments
Seen & Heard: Fast Cars
One York lands a fabulous car dealership. Plus: a market on Chambers; the Dash Gallery could use some help; are you the "next Dorothy"?
In the News: White Horse Tavern
Theater Bar ramps up the buzz. Plus: Governor Paterson suggests a compromise to Park51; inside an $11.5 million apartment; One Rector Park price cuts; the Turks & Frogs guys do some moonlighting.
The Stories of Battery Park City
"A doorman once asked me if the district had once been an Indian graveyard," says Joyce Gold, who'll be leading a historical tour of Battery Park City in the fall.
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History of Tribeca Buildings
Given the illegal activities surrounding the building, maybe a museum celebrating the counterfeiting industry would be an appropriate use of... — Reademan / Tribeca-branded graffiti on West Broadway
Good ideas and good luck trying to get some institution aware of the building and its possibilities -- — John Willenbecher / Tribeca-branded graffiti on West Broadway
Maybe it's worth pointing out the existence and availability of this building to the powers that be at some museums.... — Marcus / Tribeca-branded graffiti on West Broadway
Good idea, Marcus. I always thought New York could use a Museum of Architecture (well there is the Skyscraper Museum... — George Bacon / Tribeca-branded graffiti on West Broadway
Before Koh that store was Kai’s Kids (if I’m not mistaken). She had a beautiful selection of kids’ clothing, including... — Phyllis Ruffer / Koh’s Kids on Greenwich has closed
Starbucks is closing 4 FiDi Locations, BUT, This may not be such a bad announcement. Here’s why: The locations are... — Luis Vazquez/FiDi Fan Page / Starbucks at West Broadway and Chambers will close tomorrow
Gosh, I hope Starbucks isn’t upset that workers are actively unionizing and have successfully unionized multiple locations across New York... — Justin / Starbucks at West Broadway and Chambers will close tomorrow