Maxwell’s closed, then was looted, and now might be done
As if the past three months were not enough of a blow, the owners are now wondering if there is a path forward if office buildings are closed till September. / 9 comments
Seen & Heard: Really? Now?
A Trump supporter flies his flag through the harbor; a mask giveaway at Downtown Community Center; Sweetgreen may open Tuesday; Paul Ruggeri closing? / 21 comments
Newsletter: June 8
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Exactly what is this curfew for? And who is it designed to protect?
The curfew seems to be working to curtail two groups: the protestors and the citizens who want to bring the city back to life. Is that really the idea? / 11 comments
Looking Forward: Pier 26 still on track with enviro-tech features
Pier 26 construction is moving ahead despite some initial delays and logistical challenges due to the pandemic. It's back on track to be finished late summer. / 4 comments
Two Hands is back and has added a specialty market
The Australian cafe is open for takeout and delivery, and has also used the pandemic as an opportunity to start selling its specialty items and staples to go.
Welcome Back! A few more doors are open
Takahachi is back after 10 weeks; Tamarind is now serving lunch and dinner; Serafina has expanded its lunch menu; and Biscuits and Bath on Hudson has reopened for grooming only.
The return of the old guard: Reade Street Pub and The Patriot are serving
The old-school old timers have joined the local bars now serving again, with drinks passed through their doors and windows.
Newsletter: June 5
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Messages around the neighborhood to support the cause
Local businesses took to social media and to their own storefronts to support Black Lives Matter, even if it meant adding messages to their boarded up windows.
Seen & Heard: It’s a girl!
A socially distant welcome for one of the newest downtowners. Plus a local Girl Scout troop hosts a prom photo op; Varick may get cordoned off near precinct; Smith & Mills is serving.
Left rectangle ads redesigned
Robert Ripps book
History of Tribeca Buildings
To his wife, Didn’t know him on a personal level, but passing in the neighborhood when I wasn’t out of... — Neighbor / Scott Geyer, local artist and dog walker, dies at 69
Ryder is the clear man for the job! Already coming out of the gate with 400 donors on day one.... — Noah / Candidates are lining up for Deborah Glick’s seat
Listing here: https://www.iprg.com/property/132-west-broadway/ — James Bogardus / Nosy Neighbor: Is the Telephone Sales & Service Company building for sale?
I’m pretty sure they’ve done that before — Rohin / Seen & Heard: Coffee Project & Big Gay Ice Cream on hiatus?
Two iconic NYC establishments which I have had the privilege to frequent since their inception, and that have never wavered... — Christopher M / Jerry Walker, co-owner of Walker’s and The Ear Inn, has died
I've already put on five pounds. — George Bacon / Carbs are back in the neighborhood
Don’t forget Seppes Pizza Bar that opened on the Goldman walk next to Shake Shack. Pizza is fantastic, great bar... — Slue / Carbs are back in the neighborhood