In the News: J. Crew files for bankruptcy
Plus Dean & DeLuca -- already closed -- also file for bankruptcy protection; Soho House still charging fees; rekindling things with an ex in isolation.
Local photographer offers free webinar to benefit relief efforts
Kimberly Wang, a photojournalist and director, is offering her skills at visual branding to folks for free in exchange for a (voluntary) donation -- all so she can help in some way. / 15 comments
Despite signs, Warren 77 is not closing for good
A "space available" sign on the sports bar had more than a few neighbors worried, but the company says they are just waiting for things to come back -- along with rest of us. / 16 comments
Newsletter: May 4
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Seen & Heard: The flyover and a city that’s unimpressed
During the Blue Angels flyover, the NYPD boat got the biggest cheers; beware Amazon delivery scams; a tiny play for a time of no plays. / 4 comments
Where in Tribeca?
Yo! Where in Tribeca is this message to the neighborhood? HINT: it doesn't actually say "Yo"... / 7 comments
Pupculture reopening for business five days a week
The groomer and doggie day care service on Hudson and Laight is back open for business after clients called to say their dogs were missing their social life. Sounds familiar. / 10 comments
Seen & Heard: It’s May
Lily of the valley is in season and can be delivered to your door; get flowers straight from Holland; get some cooking at home tips direct from Houseman; get a sketch of your pet with a donation.
Local Business Update: Tribeca Therapy
Local therapist Matt Lundquist and his team are working over time, and also taking your questions about the challenges of living in the COVID era here. / 6 comments
Questions for therapists in a time of crisis
The nine therapists at Tribeca Therapy compiled the most frequent questions they have been getting from clients. The list shows the range of losses and challenges folks are facing in all sorts of circumstances.
In the News: Observations on remote principal-ing
The principal of PS 234 on remote learning and teaching; suit filed by tenants at 50 Murray is struck down; which neighborhoods in the city are getting the most COVID testing.
Weekend distance activity: Make art with Manhattan Youth!
Manhattan Youth is setting local kids up with the supplies to make art for a neighborhood display in its storefront windows at the Downtown Community Center.
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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