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.
Newsletter: Aug. 10
TCQ&A: Writer Glenn Plaskin • Tribeca Parenting • New York miscellany • Puffy's Tavern • HBO pilot • Calendar • Capsouto Park • More
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History of Tribeca Buildings
Even though the location was busy, the setup isn’t aligned with the renewed architectural focus of the brand. There is... — Matt / Starbucks at West Broadway and Chambers will close tomorrow
Spas……we need more nail spas. — Francesco / Starbucks at West Broadway and Chambers will close tomorrow
You are absolutely right. Tribeca has become a soulless land of chain cafés, spas and orthodontists. All about Tribeca moms... — R. / Starbucks at West Broadway and Chambers will close tomorrow
Looking at other people = fun. Being looked at = not so fun. This is (still) a gross invasion of... — Downtown Dad Again / Giving new meaning to nosy neighbor
The photograph begs the question: when is that scaffolding coming down? Seems a very very long time that it has... — George Bacon / Starbucks at West Broadway and Chambers will close tomorrow
ITS BACK BETTER THAN EVER! BEST LOCAL PLACE FOR A DRINK AND GOOD FOOD!!! CANT WAIT FOR LUNCH!!! — AA / North Bar is closing for the summer — and will reopen as something new
Since this issue is in play again, I'll opine that the "fluid boundaries between public and private space" is an... — Gary / Giving new meaning to nosy neighbor