Seen & Heard: The return of the galleries?
Retailers at Brookfield are opening for "curbside" pickup; a curbside celebration for first responders; one gallery starts "real art in real space in real time." / 2 comments
Local parks are opening facilities bit by bit
Hudson River Park reopened dog runs, tennis courts and water fountains for Phase 1. Battery Park City opened bathrooms today. Fields are still TBD. / 3 comments
Are Tribecans moving to the suburbs?
The lights are off, apartments are empty and second homes are now full time getaways while life is mostly online. So will people come back in September? / 18 comments
The latest openings around the neighborhood
Sailing for up to six is now allowed; Blue Smoke is back in BPC; Jack's Stir Brew now at The Roxy as well as Reade; Giorgia will be back soon by appointment. / 7 comments
Marc Forgione open for delivery and takeout
Forgione is now open on Reade Street for takeout, and will continue to grill on the "porch' out front a few days a week.
Newsletter: June 15
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Where in Tribeca?
This guy on foot and the riderless bike are in an unlikely setting. Where can you spot them? / 3 comments
Some more reopenings in the neighborhood
The Grand Banks now has alcohol and seating on Pier 25; Bed Bath & Beyond and Barnes & Noble have curbside pickup; the boards are off at Target and The Odeon. / 12 comments
New Kid on the Block!!! Homemade by Miriam
Didn't think I would have this headline anytime soon, so a big neighborhood welcome to Rafi Hasid and his latest local venture. / 7 comments
Lekka Burger is open for takeout and delivery
The vegan burger joint is offering a limited menu of its signature meat-free burgers along with fries, shakes and cocktails. / 2 comments
Free COVID testing places in the neighborhood
The city is recommending ALL people get tested for COVID-19 and there are six sites within walking distance that are open for free tests. / 6 comments
Shigure is back open and serving sake to go
The charming sake bar on Church south of White reopened this week and is serving its usual takeout kitchen menu along with lots of sake and shochu options.
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