In the News: Urban Archaeologist
Plus: Stuyvesant's valedictorian (and a notable commencement speaker); Apexart reviewed; restaurant trends; Tribeca Paint; the W train.
Wickiworld: Tumbling Down Memory Lane
Suellen Epstein has been teaching tumbling and gymnastics in her Murray Street loft since 1982. "The best part of still being down here in Tribeca is running into 'the alums.' They always say, 'Remember when we did this or that?' and they get so excited." / 1 comment
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.
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History of Tribeca Buildings
Congratulations for staying in business in Tribeca. I had a storefront in Tribeca with my family for over 50 years... — Amy Bergenfeld / Spotlight: Greenwich St. Jewelers at 50
Apparently Chip City shuttered all 20+ of its retail locations this week. — James Bogardus / Cookies coming to 325 Greenwich
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