Where in Tribeca?
This may be one of the only things you can do in this shelter-in-place era: walk around by yourself and look for random artifacts on the streets of the neighborhood. / 16 comments
Downtown Little League postponed until May 11
A determination for the rest of the season will be made at a later date.
If you are desperate for fresh air…
The parks are open and one of this neighborhood's great resources in times of crisis. Plus this may be your only chance to find some free space at the fields. / 12 comments
Seen & Heard: Eataly is open and serving to-go
But Frenchette, Maxwell's and Houseman have closed -- temporarily -- and are appealing to fans to help support their staffs during the crisis. / 4 comments
Help from the experts to keep your kids busy
Neighborhood businesses that provide classes for kids are finding ways to share their expertise, their products and their lessons while kids are stuck at home or even out of the city.
Free breakfast and lunch available at local schools for students
School cafeteria staff is preparing and packing meals to-go for any kids who show up at local public schools. There have not been many takers. / 1 comment
You can still shop local! Stores make adjustments and cross fingers
Get toys delivered! Send flowers to your housebound friends! Finally have time to read? Order online and have your book waiting for you at the teller. There are still ways to shop local. / 1 comment
COVID-19 Update: New hours for Whole Foods
The store will be open from 8a to 9. with the hours of 7 to 8a reserved only for people ages 60+. There are also new rules for prepared foods and a raise for employees. / 5 comments
COVID-19 Update: The Westfield mall has closed temporarily
The Westfield mall has shut down its operations, and only a few tenants still have hours posted: Shake Shack, PNC Bank and WeWork. / 1 comment
The Wagging Tail will close for good after 23 years in Tribeca
The business weathered 9/11 and Sandy, but owner Keith Durst can't see an end to the coronavirus and its devastation of the service industry. / 6 comments
Newsletter: March 19
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Seen & Heard: Raising funds for Marc Forgione staff
Plus a few lists of binge-worthy TV shows for these times; and ICYMI, yesterday was St. Patrick's Day. / 1 comment









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