New Kid on the Block: Outer Reach
Fidi resident Aimee Cho started stretching to fix a injured shoulder; she has been devoted ever since. Her new studio on Greenwich aims to convert others to the practice.
Tribeca Wines & Spirits opens on West Broadway
After being kicked out of their long-time space on Greenwich and Duane (opened in 1996!) the store has moved to a bright corner at Worth Street. / 6 comments
Curly haired women unite: Lorraine Massey opens on W. Broadway
Curly hair guru Lorraine Massey, who opened her first salon here in 1993 and went on to travel the world talking about curls, has opened Spiral (x,y,z) in the former Calypso space. / 6 comments
Seen & Heard: Alec Baldwin caught in Statue ferry scam
Plus a protest is held against the plan for a White Street jail; Amanda Church and John Franklin at Hionas Gallery; NYC Ferry analysis shows record subsidies. / 3 comments
Newsletter: Oct. 10
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Looking Back: The opening of the New Amsterdam library
The New Amsterdam branch of the NYPL was inaugurated 30 years ago on May 3, with Ed Koch, local kids and the former president of France in attendance. / 4 comments
New Kid on the Block: Stephén Seo
The bespoke tailor has opened a jewel box of a fitting studio on Broadway, and has used his talents to dress the cast of Entourage and others in his signature style. / 7 comments
In the News: Dean & DeLuca is closed — for now or for good?
Plus 27 are arrested in climate die-in, while the Bull gets splashed with paint; DeNiro & Co opening a new movie studio in Astoria; a review of a shared street in Brooklyn. / 1 comment
A floating sculpture for a future floating pool
The folks advocating for a floating pool in the East River have launched a floating light sculpture off Pier 17 that will promote the cause and bring attention to the water quality of the river. / 1 comment
Crimes and misdemeanors on Vestry Street
This is a story about street parking, hired cars, a liquor store and a serial vandal. But this tale is not quite over, and its ending may not be a happy one. / 27 comments
Community Board 1 agendas for October
There will be ongoing issues discussed, including the giant event space Convene for Battery Park City; the Howard Hughes brownfield cleanup at 250 Water; and the homeless in Manhattan.
Nosy Neighbor: What’s happening with the Jeff Koons sculpture at 7 WTC?
H. writes: "Balloon Flower has gone missing for over a year. Any ideas? He's very tacky ... but I really miss it." / 3 comments
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History of Tribeca Buildings
Given the illegal activities surrounding the building, maybe a museum celebrating the counterfeiting industry would be an appropriate use of... — Reademan / Tribeca-branded graffiti on West Broadway
Good ideas and good luck trying to get some institution aware of the building and its possibilities -- — John Willenbecher / Tribeca-branded graffiti on West Broadway
Maybe it's worth pointing out the existence and availability of this building to the powers that be at some museums.... — Marcus / Tribeca-branded graffiti on West Broadway
Good idea, Marcus. I always thought New York could use a Museum of Architecture (well there is the Skyscraper Museum... — George Bacon / Tribeca-branded graffiti on West Broadway
Before Koh that store was Kai’s Kids (if I’m not mistaken). She had a beautiful selection of kids’ clothing, including... — Phyllis Ruffer / Koh’s Kids on Greenwich has closed
Starbucks is closing 4 FiDi Locations, BUT, This may not be such a bad announcement. Here’s why: The locations are... — Luis Vazquez/FiDi Fan Page / Starbucks at West Broadway and Chambers will close tomorrow
Gosh, I hope Starbucks isn’t upset that workers are actively unionizing and have successfully unionized multiple locations across New York... — Justin / Starbucks at West Broadway and Chambers will close tomorrow